Building political understanding to strengthen democracy in Mexico 

Eric Ehigie came to the Master of Public Policy (MPP) with a law degree and strong history of social engagement in Ireland. A former board member of Women for Election, and Director of Advocacy for the grassroots organisation Black and Irish, he had long been wrestling with the question: how can we use public institutions and the law to shape a society that is more cohesive, inclusive and just? 

Belén Muñoz Zurita (MPP 2024) arrived at the School from Chile, bringing with her a technical background in electrical engineering and experience delivering transformative energy policies at national and international level, with a strong belief in how policy shapes people's lives.

Giancarlo Moreira Gama (MPP 2023) joined the Blavatnik School after being elected as one of the youngest elected City Councillors in Brazil at just 20 years old. After a year at the Blavatnik School, he talks about what he has learned and his Mayoral candidacy bid, where he hopes to make even more of a mark in public service.

In the challenging landscape of Pakistan's civil sector, Amna Baig stands out not just for her role but for her resolve. She is part of a small group, representing only 2% of women in a police force tasked with serving a nation of over 220 million people. Her journey into law enforcement was driven by a clear vision, to prove that effective policing isn't determined by gender.