Kiran Basra
Associate Editor at Cambridge Review of International Affairs- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Question Persuade and Refer Suicide Prevention Training
Crofton House SchoolFeb, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Wilderness/Remote Location First Aid
Canadian Red CrossNov, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Cambridge Review of International Affairs
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United Kingdom
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International Affairs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Editor
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Oct 2023 - Present
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Right To Play
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Canada
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Non-profit Organization Management
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500 - 600 Employee
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President
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Apr 2022 - May 2023
- Leads a 12 person executive team in weekly meetings to accomplish club goals- Oversees the club budget and liases with the McGill Undergraduate Society to execute city-wide events
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Vice President - Events
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Apr 2021 - May 2022
- Organizes Right to Play events on campus including Spin-a-thon, #ForTheKids, and the Olympics- Reaches out to organizations to acquire sponsorship- Coordinates logistics by booking equipment, permits and venues for events
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Vice President - Junior Development
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Apr 2020 - Apr 2021
- Manages the First and Second Year students in the organization- Creates fundraising events for all of McGill to support the charity- Organized McGill x It's on Us Trivia Night
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United Nations
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International Affairs
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700 & Above Employee
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Delegate
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Sep 2021 - May 2023
- Attended the 60th and 61st Commission on Social Development to present policy proposals for Permanent Representatives on behalf of McGill's Delegation IYAD - Was recently published by the United Nations for my delegation's written statement proposing policy recommendations on gender equality - Wrote 6 policy proposals on gender equality, global health, and climate change to initiate diplomatic negotiation with state representatives - Met with Permanent Missions to provide tailored policy recommendations on leading domestic issues Show less
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Women in Philosophy
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Canada
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Education Administration Programs
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Co-Founder and President
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Jul 2020 - May 2023
- Started the first female philosophy organization at McGill with Professor Walsh which promotes active engagement from undergraduate students, graduate students, and professors - Conducts writing workshops and topic seminars with leading female philosophers to facilitate networking opportunities and educate students on fundamental philosophy skills - Organizes social events to strengthen support networks for women in philosophy - Created three scholarships with Professor Em Walsh to assist female philosophy students in completing their studies Show less
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Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Policy Intern at the Permanent Mission of Canada to the International Organizations in Vienna
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May 2022 - Jul 2022
- Spoke on behalf of Canada before 700 delegates in the formulation of a treaty for the 2nd Cybercrime Ad Hoc Committee - Took notes at 10 different multilateral conferences, including the 31st Convention on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice and the Working Group for the UN Convention against Corruption - Wrote 5 policy reports to update Ottawa on the UN Office for Drugs and Crimes’ progress in Ukraine and Afghanistan, their strategy for gender equality, and their developments against HIV/AIDs Show less
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Debate Camp Canada
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Canada
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Debate Teacher
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Jul 2019 - Jul 2022
- Teaches students several styles of debate including British Parliamentary, Canadian Parliamentary, and Model United Nations - Facilitates tournaments and a Model United Nations committee sessions - Teaches students several styles of debate including British Parliamentary, Canadian Parliamentary, and Model United Nations - Facilitates tournaments and a Model United Nations committee sessions
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McGill Debating Union
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Canada
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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May 2021 - May 2022
- Elected by the McGill Debating Union - Leads the executive team in accomplishing tasks- Organizes 4 tournaments throughout the year which gross over $20,000- Represents the McGill Debating Union at the national and international stage- Chairs the Tournament Selection Committee
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External Tournaments Coordinator
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Mar 2020 - May 2021
- Elected by the McGill Debating Union - Arrange and book transportation, accommodation, registration, and reservations for the entire contingent at national and international tournaments - Sits on the Tournament Selection Committee to choose members for specific tournaments based on competitiveness, club commitment and participation- Attends executive meetings every week in order to facilitate our club's role in external competitions, align our tournament interests with the club budget, and ensure that members are represented in the MDU and McGill at large.- Was the Tournament Director for Central Novice, one of the biggest tournaments in Canada Show less
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Chair of Exhibition Debates
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Feb 2020 - Apr 2020
- Elected by the McGill Debating Union - Organized show rounds, plan speaker events, and hosted learning seminars for all of McGill - Speakers I have worked with include Beverley McLachlin and Rayne Fisher-Quann
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FWCanada, Immigration Law Firm
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Canada
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Legal Intern
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Apr 2021 - Sep 2021
- Published five articles on Canadian inadmissibility law, the effects of COVID-19 on immigration policy, and spousal sponsorship - Summarized over 40 of the most influential Canadian immigration cases and their impact on immigration law - Assisted the Head Attorney in creating seminars about leading immigration issues to educate other lawyers on Canadian immigration law - Published five articles on Canadian inadmissibility law, the effects of COVID-19 on immigration policy, and spousal sponsorship - Summarized over 40 of the most influential Canadian immigration cases and their impact on immigration law - Assisted the Head Attorney in creating seminars about leading immigration issues to educate other lawyers on Canadian immigration law
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Klein Lawyers LLP
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Canada
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Legal Intern
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Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
- Gives legal advice to victims of the Sixties Scoop, and aids them in the process of receiving their settlement - Wrote an affidavit for the representative plaintiff of McEwan v. Canadian Hockey League - Conducts legal research on cases ranging from beauty companies like L'Oréal to sports organizations like the Canadian Hockey League and human rights abuses like racialized healthcare - Gives legal advice to victims of the Sixties Scoop, and aids them in the process of receiving their settlement - Wrote an affidavit for the representative plaintiff of McEwan v. Canadian Hockey League - Conducts legal research on cases ranging from beauty companies like L'Oréal to sports organizations like the Canadian Hockey League and human rights abuses like racialized healthcare
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Fostering Debate Talent Academy
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Canada
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Debate Teacher
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Sep 2017 - Aug 2020
- Teaches students about the fundamentals of speech composition - Manages both group classes and private lessons in an in-person and online environment - Drafts lesson plans, organizes and judges debate rounds and gives meaningful feedback that fosters the growth of students and helps them to succeed - Helps students between the ages of 5 and 16 to find their voice, build their communication skills and gain confidence in their abilities - Teaches students about the fundamentals of speech composition - Manages both group classes and private lessons in an in-person and online environment - Drafts lesson plans, organizes and judges debate rounds and gives meaningful feedback that fosters the growth of students and helps them to succeed - Helps students between the ages of 5 and 16 to find their voice, build their communication skills and gain confidence in their abilities
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Legal Apprentice
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Aug 2018 - Aug 2018
- Shadowed two different criminal defence lawyers - Sat in on client meetings, observed criminal trials, and met with legal aid - Toured the Downtown Eastside and learned about the different resources given to people who require medical, residential and financial assistance. - Shadowed two different criminal defence lawyers - Sat in on client meetings, observed criminal trials, and met with legal aid - Toured the Downtown Eastside and learned about the different resources given to people who require medical, residential and financial assistance.
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EY Law LLP (Canada) - Tax Controversy
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Canada
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Legal Apprentice
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Aug 2017 - Aug 2017
- Shadowed a Senior Law Partner, sat in on meetings, watched trials, and explored the role that tax law plays in an accounting firm - Shadowed a Senior Law Partner, sat in on meetings, watched trials, and explored the role that tax law plays in an accounting firm
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Education
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University of Cambridge
Master of Philosophy - MPhil, Politics and International Studies -
McGill University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Double Major: Philosophy and Political Science -
Crofton House School
BC Dogwood Diploma/Ivy Compass Diploma