About PPGAR

The Public Policy and Global Affairs Review (PPGAR) is the newly merged student leadership initiative (SLI) that brings together the best of the Public Policy and Governance Review (PPGR) and Global Conversations (GC). Rooted in a shared commitment to thoughtful analysis, accessible writing, and diverse perspectives, PPGAR is a platform for Munk School students to explore, debate, and reflect on pressing policy issues in Canada and around the world.

For over 15 years, the Public Policy and Governance Review has published student-led commentary, data-driven research, and accessible explainers on topics ranging from housing affordability and climate change to democratic resilience. Global Conversations, launched more recently by MGA students, carved out a space for international affairs discourse, tackling subjects like diplomacy, global security, and multilateral governance. Together, these publications have drawn thousands of readers, contributors, and alumni into a growing community committed to policy dialogue and critical inquiry.

Now united under one banner, PPGAR will publish monthly digital issues and a special year-end edition, offering a richer and more interdisciplinary space for student writing. Beyond publishing, PPGAR is expanding its role as a hub for engagement – hosting events, panels, and mentorship opportunities that connect current students with alumni and contributors from both MPP and MGA programs.

Whether you’re writing, reading, or joining the conversation, PPGAR is your forum for exploring the intersections of public policy and global affairs.

To read previous PPGR articles (2022 – 2025), please visit this Google Drive.

Meet the Team

Nasreen Basheer | Editor-in-Chief

Nasreen Basheer is a Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. She holds a Master’s in International Development from the University of Edinburgh, has substantial research experience in India’s development sector, and is interested in exploring the intersection of feminist political economy and development policy. Having served as a Senior Editor at the Public Policy and Governance Review (PPGR) and as an Editor for the Digital Global Rights Journal at the University of Edinburgh, she is eager to bring her passion for actionable research to the Public Policy and Global Affairs Review.

Cathlyn Ngonge | Editor-in-Chief

Cathlyn Ngonge is a second-year Master of Global Affairs student at the Munk School with a focus on global health policy, social protection, and equity-driven development. She has experience in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and cross-sectoral coordination, working across health, education, WASH, climate resilience, and child protection. Most recently serving as a Health and Social Policy Intern with UNICEF Cambodia, she supports the implementation of the country’s Universal Health Coverage roadmap, leads research on health financing and non-communicable diseases, and facilitates collaboration with government ministries and development partners. Excited to join PPGAR in its new year, she looks forward to promoting diverse voices and stories that reflect a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences.

Erin Strachan | Editor-in-Chief

Erin Strachan is a second-year Master of Public Policy student at the Munk School with a background in political communications, policy development, community engagement, and advocacy. She has worked as a constituency assistant, deputy campaign manager, and most recently a Junior Policy Analyst with the Ontario Ministry of Education. A former Senior Editor for the Public Policy and Governance Review (PPGR) and former Editor-in-Chief of UBC’s Journal of Political Studies, she’s excited to bring her experience in student-led publications to the inaugural year.

Krithik Sivabalan | Editor-in-Chief

Krithik Sivabalan is a second-year Master of Public Policy student at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy. He holds a BA in Political Science and a professional certificate in Public Law and Administration from York University. Krithik is passionate about foreign policy and correctional reform.He is currently working as a Junior Policy Analyst with the Programs, Operations, and Regional Affairs Branch at Environment and Climate Change Canada, where he focuses on stakeholder and Indigenous relations. Previously, he was a feature columnist for Global Conversations and a policy analyst with the Munk School’s State Fragility and Development Index. Krithik is excited to co-lead PPGAR in its inaugural year and looks forward to helping create a vibrant space for policy writing and journalism at the Munk School.