About Maghai Ghak
Hi! My name is Maghai, and I am a rising junior at Georgetown University in Qatar studying International Politics. I am passionate about peacekeeping, humanitarian governance, and ethical leadership, particularly in conflict-affected societies. As a Laidlaw Scholar, I am conducting research on civilian perceptions of UN peacekeeping withdrawal in South Sudan and how local communities experience security and international intervention. Growing up through conflict and displacement has shaped my interest in community-centered policy, accountability, and research that elevates local perspectives in global decision-making.