Advancing climate and water governance through dialogue and policy

Sharpening the tools of public leadership as a Zimbabwean MP.

An MPP year that broadened perspectives, built connections and reignited a commitment to public service 

Tim Van Laere (MPP 2024) came to the Master of Public Policy with a background in business economics and data-driven policymaking. Originally from Belgium, Tim’s undergraduate studies in business economics sparked a fascination with macroeconomics and economic policy. That early interest stayed with him as he entered the professional world, first through a stint at Deloitte and then at a corporate rating agency – a seemingly unlikely step toward public policy, but a pivotal one.

Transforming conversations on consent, from the grassroots to the global stage

Shaping a more inclusive politics, from Westminster to Middlesborough

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?