meet the 2021 team

This year’s IDW executive team is made up of a diverse group of students enrolled in various programs and from multiple linguistic and cultural backgrounds. We hope to create a unique and amazing conference experience for everyone!

Yasmin rajwani
​DIRECTOR OF IDW 

I am a third year student in International Development and Globalization. I am so excited to use this unique virtual conference to explore creative and intersectional spaces of discussion and action! Amid an increasingly complex world, I hope we use these platforms to critically examine what constitutes sustainable emergency response.
She/her | Settler on the traditional lands of the Tsleil-Waututh, Kwikwetlem, Squamish, Stó:lō, and Musqueam peoples | EN/FR

Conference Coordination | Logistical and Financial Planning | DSA and SIDGS Communication

elyse gregory
external logistics

I am a third year French immersion International development student, minoring in Spanish. I am looking forward to hearing from various new perspectives, since uncertain times offer a unique opportunity to listen and participate in meaningful and necessary discussions, paving the way for a more equitable, ethical and sustainable future. 
She/her | Settler on the traditional lands of the Anishinabawaki, Attiwonderonk, Miami and Mississauga peoples  | EN/FR

Event Scheduling | Speaker Communication | Panel and Workshop Development | Sponsorship 

Al-Zahr Walji
delegate coordinator 

I am a third year Political Science student and this year’s Delegate Coordinator for IDW 2021. I cannot wait to work as one and make this conference the most accessible it’s ever been. Unprecedented times call for precedented and unprecedented measures. 
He/him | Settler on the traditional lands of St. Lawrence Iroquoians, Anishinabewaki, Mohawk, Huron-Wendat and Algonquin peoples | FR/EN

Logistical Planning | DELEGATE EXPERIENCE |Student Associations Communication | Virtual Platform Coordination

Jameela Kassam
communications coordinator

I am in my fourth year of International Development with a minor in Religious Studies and I’m excited to be the Communications Coordinator for IDW this year. Although the conference will be in a different format, I can’t wait to virtually connect and engage in meaningful, and ethical, discussions with everyone!
She/her | Settler on the traditional lands of the Anishinabewaki, Mississaugas of the First Credit Union, Huron-Wendat, Mississauga, and Haudenosaunee peoples | EN/FR

Web Content | Linguistic Accessibility | Communications and Promotion 

abi martin
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Hi! I look forward to meeting and partnering with you for IDW 2021! As a fourth year Development student, minoring in Conflict Studies and Human Rights, my studies focus on NGOs, equality and equity. I also have some background in Education! Ask me questions or contact me at any time. Cheers to IDW 2021!
She/Her | Settler on the traditional lands of St. Lawrence Iroquoians, Anishinabewaki, Mohawk, Huron-Wendat, and Algonquin peoples | EN

Volunteer Recruitment | Volunteer Management | Conference Promotion 

ghada abid
external logistics

Hello! I’m in my third year of International Development and Globalization with a minor in Economics. I love IDW’s  theme for this year as the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of equity and emergency response in our modern societies! 
​Feel free to reach out with questions!
She/Her | Settler on the traditional lands of St. Lawrence Iroquoians, Anishinabewaki, Mohawk, Huron-Wendat and Algonquin peoples | FR/EN

EVENT SCHEDULING | SPEAKER COMMUNICATION | PANEL AND WORKSHOP DEVELOPMENT | SPONSORSHIP ​

Fanny Sigouin
internal logistics

I’m a fourth year Political Science student and the Internal Logistics Coordinator for IDW 2021. I’m looking forward to adapting to the circumstances and creating another great conference this year!
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She/her | Settler on the traditional lands of the St. Lawrence Iroquoians, Anishinabewaki, Mohawk, Huron-Wendat, and Algonquin peoples | EN/FR

Logistical and Financial Planning | Sponsorship | Resource Procurement | Virtual Platform Coordination

sinéad dunne
marketing and design

I am a fourth year International Development student and also the Director of Marketing for the AÉDSA. I can’t wait to work on creating an innovative virtual experience this year! I am interested in the intersection between our creative cultures, equity, and the political and physical spaces that we occupy. 
She, her | Settler on the traditional lands of the Anishinabe, Huron/Wendat peoples | EN
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Web Design | Visual Accessibility | The Gallery | Marketing 
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