Growing up in Benapole, Bangladesh, a city close to the border, I witnessed firsthand the complex realities of migration. This exposure ignited my interest in immigration and refugee law, leading me to complete my LLB. My passion for legal research was further fueled by my active participation in national and international moot court competitions, including representing Bangladesh as a researcher in the US rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. After my graduation, I worked remotely for a USA-based Law firm that sparked an interest in how global legal issues are addressed. My academic curiosity led me to discover the scholarly work of Professor Sharry Aiken, particularly her article “New Directions for Refugee Determination and Protection in Canada.” I was eager to pursue a master’s degree that offers a global perspective on legal issues and fosters cross-cultural exchanges that will enhance my academic and professional experience. The LLM program at Queen's University places a strong emphasis on research in contemporary legal issues and evolving jurisprudence. As an international student, the diverse learning environment led me to pursue an LLM program at Queen’s University.
Supervisor: Sharry Aiken
Field of Research: Immigration and Refugee Law, International Human Rights Law
Provisional title of thesis: Intersectional Approaches to Gender and Sexuality in Refugee Status Determination in Canada.