Founder, and Outgoing MGA President

An MGA graduate, Ruvimbo spearheaded the collaboration between the MSBSA and Global Conversations, which enabled the amplification of Black voices following anti-Black racism protests in the summer of 2020. The Black experience is not homogenous and Ruvimbo wants to empower students to have a voice in often inaccessible spaces. Follow Ruvimbo on LinkedIn

Founder, and Outgoing MPP President

She is passionate about changes and movements focused on long-term development. She has always wanted to create policies and projects that decrease frictions within communities and increase their happiness. “I know this goal was achieved in the MSBSA. I am beyond excited and hopeful to see the wonderful initiatives that will come from the MSBSA.” Follow An-Noura on LinkedIn

Founder, and Outgoing MPP President

As Director of Advocacy for the MSBSA, Adam promoted diversity and inclusion within Munk, by using his voice as power to highlight various forms of discrimination that intersect. As an MGA graduate who completed the Ethnic and Pluralism Graduate Certificate, Adam knows that he wants to serve as an ambassador for the Black and 2SLGBTQ+ community. Follow Adam on LinkedIn

Founder, and Outgoing Director of Finance

As a MGA graduate, Kuuku says the MSBSA will hold a special place in his heart as he was surrounded by brilliant, world class, black leaders. At the highest point of a global pandemic, the MSBSA helped renew his commitment to advancing opportunities and conversations to address the inequality and injustice still confronting black people. “ I want to remind all determined black boys and girls that your dreams are valid.” Follow Kuuku on LinkedIn

Founder, and Outgoing MGA Director of External Affairs
As An MGA graduate, Sapphira together with Jennifer led the MSBSA’s collaboration with the Harvard Black Policy Conference. Throughout her graduate studies Sapphira represented Black students in many spaces including the the Master of Global Affairs Students Association as Director of Activities and President. She is working to pursue a future in the international sphere related to law, security, or diplomacy. Follow Sapphira on LinkedIn

Outgoing Director

As a policy professional who recently graduated with a Master of Public Policy, Jennifer is honoured to have been a part of the MSBSA. Jennifer led the initiative’s collaboration with the Harvard Black Policy Conference with Sapphira. “I am extremely grateful to have had a strong support system through the MSBSA. This initiative has truly been a safe space for me and other Black students”. Jennifer looks forward to seeing the legacy of the MSBSA at the Munk School and beyond. Follow Jennifer on LinkedIn

Founder

Claude graduated from the MGA with a specialization in Environmental Studies. “The MSBSA offered resources for students through events, talks, and group socialization. Through the events, I was introduced to professional POC in the field with shared experiences and who gave personalized mentorship, guidance, and advice”. During the pandemic MSBSA’s founders hosted virtual hangout sessions and comforted each other with music, stories, and laughter. Follow Claude on LinkedIn