Susanna Kempe (She/Her)

CEO, Laidlaw Foundation
Natalie Lai

Student, Duke Univeristy

Hi! I am working at the University of Hong Kong this summer and would be happy to connect with others in the area.
Aayush Garg

Student, London School of Economics

Melody Lin

Student, LSE

Asli Elif Ozgur

Student, Durham University

Hi, I'm Asli, a first-year Computer Science student at Durham University. I'm excited to be spending this summer working on my research project and further developing my skills. I look forward to progressing through the programme, meeting new people, and learning from the experience along the way.
Leslie Nzavi

Student, Georgetown University in Qatar

Hi! My name is Leslie and I am currently at student at Georgetown University in Qatar, majoring in International Economics. I am passionate about many subject areas including African Politico-Economy, Climate Change, Mental Health and many more! This summer, with the help of Prof Mendenhall from GU and Dr. Bosire from Aga Khan University in Kenya, I will be conducting research that explores ways in which climate related events like flooding affect the wellbeing of residents of informal settlements in Kibera, Kenya. 
Edward Howden Chalmers

Undergraduate Student, University of St Andrews

ONOMO BETSAMA Julie

Head of section in charge of tool forecasting, BANQUE DES ETATS DE L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE

I love Economics and Finance ,that's actually what i learned in school. But above everything, i love people and i'm here to meet people that will make a difference.
Ollie Rose

Laidlaw Scholar , University of St Andrews

Ameesha Pagar

Student, London School of Economics

Hello I'm Ameesha, I study BSc Sociology at LSE. I quite enjoy reading, and my favourite genres are historical fiction, postcolonial texts in West Asia and mystery thrillers. I have a specific developmental interest in child safety and sexual health. 
Aryan Kumar

Student, The University of Hong Kong

Luke Keller

Student, Georgetown University

Lydia Mhando

Student, Columbia University

Hi there! My name is Lydia, and I'm an incoming sophomore at Columbia University studying Human Rights and Public Health. I'm originally from Tanzania. In my free time, I like reading, drawing, hanging out with my friends, and trying out new restaurants in New York City! 
Nal Butolen

Mechanical Engineering student, Trinity College Dublin

Eliza Heaslip

Law Student, Trinity College Dublin

Zihan Chen

Research Assistant, City Bridge Foundation

I am a second-year Politics and Economics student at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), with a strong interest in social investment, sustainable finance and impact investing. During my Leadership in Action placement at City Bridge Foundation, I hope to develop my research, analytical and communication skills while learning how investment can create positive social impact. I also enjoy meeting new people and learning from professionals across different sectors.
Vardan Umbreyan

Student, Durham University

Spencer Krenk

Student, Cornell University

I'm interested in learning everything about how the working class and common people of the world can work together to make their lives better. My main focus is developing skills to be an effective labor organizer and union leader.  I also have experience with policy research, legal advocacy, and statistics. 
Lauren Suh

Student and Research Assistant, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Hello! My name is Lauren Suh and I am a rising sophomore at Columbia University from San Diego, California. I am majoring in Neuroscience and Behavior on the pre-medical track and plan to minor in Music (I play the flute!). This summer, I will be working at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center under the supervision of Dr. Yousin Suh. My research project delves into ovarian aging, a critical marker of systemic body aging as one of the first organs to exhibit signs of aging. I will be researching whether DNA Helicase B, or HELB, delays or impacts ovarian aging.  I love yoga, running, thrifting, and baking! I am hoping to learn pottery this summer, so please reach out if you would like to join! 
Seán Radcliffe

Student & Activist, Trinity College Dublin

Dia dhuit! My name is Seán Radcliffe and I am an Economics and Mathematics student at Trinity College Dublin. Outside of my studies, I am a political campaigner, pro-Palestine activist, and the Housing Rights Officer of my student union. I love to sing, travel, and have a laugh! This summer, under the academic supervision of Trinity Fellow and Associate Professor Dr. Davide Romelli, I will be conducting research at Trinity College Dublin on the effects of economic conditions, shocks, and crises on cocaine-related harm and deaths in Ireland between 2004 and 2024; "Reading Between the White Lines: An Investigation into Cocaine-Related Harm in Ireland During Periods of Economic Change and Crisis, 2004-2024." Using lagged regression models, statistical analysis, and interviews with experts, policymakers, and activists, my project aims to challenge damaging assumptions around drug addiction and harm in Ireland, particularly narratives that simplistically link economic growth and employment with reduced harm. Grateful for this opportunity and excited for what lies ahead.