Ava Blakley is a rising sophomore at Williams College, and a prospective Political Science major and Global Studies concentrator. Growing up across 5 different countries, she is greatly interested in international human rights and peace advocacy, anticipating attending law school after graduation and working in a foreign policy field. She is excited to work with and contribute to the NAPF this summer and learn about their work at the United Nations and beyond. In her free time she enjoys writing poetry, reading, and crocheting!

Nicholas Campos has bachelor’s degree in International Relations with minors in Law & Society and Public Policy from New York University. He is interested in international security, diplomacy, and multilateral institutions, with a particular focus on human rights and conflict prevention. He seeks to pursue a career in public service, international affairs, and diplomacy.

Nicholas is also currently an Operations & Asylum Services Intern at the International Rescue Committee, where he supports refugee and immigrant clients by assessing eligibility gaining firsthand experience with migration governance and humanitarian service delivery. He also serves as a representative with the Peruvian American Political Organization (PAPO), where he advocated for the Peruvian-American community in the U.S. Capitol and engaged directly with policymakers on issues including visa access and civic participation.

In addition, he is involved in academic and policy-focused extracurriculars at NYU, including serving as a Crisis Analyst in NYU Model United Nations and as a staff writer for the IR Insider, where he has written on diplomacy, governance, and geopolitical developments across Latin America. Previously, he has interned in municipal government settings, including the offices of Assemblymember Jennifer Rajkumar and the Mayor’s Office in West New York, New Jersey.

Anthony Dyjak is a rising sophomore at New York University, where he is  pursuing a degree in International Relations with minors in French Studies and Economics on the Pre-Law track. He is interested in the relationship between foreign policy, business, and infrastructure development.

Anthony is currently the Co-President for the International Relations Society at NYU, where he has organized events with various Ambassadors and has made it his mission to increase membership and create a more diplomatically active student body. Additionally, as a Polish-American citizen, Anthony aims to strengthen the relationship between the two nations through a self-initiated tutoring program where he teaches Polish students English.

Previously, Anthony created Arizona's only United Nations Association high school chapter and helped lead his local chapters of UNICEF and Amnesty International. He also leads an urban design issue-advocacy group and placed 7th in the nation at a major International Business competition.

Jonathan Lam is a junior at Cornell University from Queens, NY, studying Industrial and Labor Relations with minors in International Relations and Migration Studies.  On campus, he serves in the leadership of Cornell ACLU, the Cornell Parole Initiative, Cornell Anti-Detention Alliance, and Cornell Law School’s Tenants Advocacy Program. Jonathan is a Cornell Meinig Scholar, Laidlaw Scholar, Racial Justice Scholar, Undergraduate Global Scholar and Undergraduate Migration Scholar. He is the inaugural recipient of Amnesty International USA’s Trailblazer in Organizing and Activism Award, Cornell Asian American Student Advocate of the Year 2025 Honorable Mention, and Stanford Law Undergraduate Scholar.

Skylar Mattice is a rising senior at American University studying Strategic Communications and International Relations, with a concentration in Middle Eastern nuclear policy. Her academic interests center on international security, nuclear nonproliferation, public diplomacy, and the ways media and strategic communication shape public understanding of global conflicts and foreign policy issues. She is particularly interested in the political dynamics of the Middle East, U.S. foreign policy in the region, and the role of communication in influencing public opinion and international relations.

Through her coursework and research, Skylar explores topics related to conflict narratives, cross-cultural perceptions, human rights, and peacebuilding. She is passionate about understanding how communication can be used to foster greater global awareness, promote informed public discourse, and support efforts toward international cooperation and security.

Ella Nguyen is an undergraduate student at Cornell University studying Public Policy, with a strong interest in the intersection of policy advocacy, environmental justice, and international law. Her experiences center around local advocacy and developing equitable policy solutions, and she is excited to support our mission and advance responsible nuclear policy and global peace.

Lily Sternlieb is an undergraduate at Wellesley College majoring in International Relations. She focuses on nuclear security, arms control, and the intersection of law and global governance, with additional research experience at MIT. Her work includes archival research on the relationship between academic institutions and weapons development, as well as legal and policy research at the U.S. Court of International Trade. She is particularly interested in deterrence, great-power competition, and the role of institutions in shaping security policy.

Adam Young is a Politics major at New York University with a focus on policy advocacy related to city government and institutional reform. His academic and leadership efforts center on advancing equitable public policy and strengthening democratic participation at the local level.tion goes here

Jamila Syrymbet is a second-year International Relations student at Corvinus University of Budapest, driven by a strong passion for global politics and international security. She served as a volunteer at the United Nations Headquarters during the June 2023 NYC International Charity Bazaar, assisting with global humanitarian fundraising initiatives. Additionally, Jamila completed the Astana Diplomatic School program from January to May 2025, further deepening her practical understanding of diplomacy and foreign affairs

Jansultan Syrymbet is a student at the Canadian International School of Astana with a strong interest in international relations, diplomacy, and global cooperation. He has participated and organized Model United Nations, youth leadership, and community initiatives, and volunteered at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.He is eager to further develop his research, communication, and leadership skills through international opportunities

Raised in Vietnam, a country with a profound history regarding the devastating impacts of warfare, Bach has dedicated his academic pursuits to international relations, public policy, and the disarmament of weapons of mass destruction.

As a first-generation student and a rising senior at the High School for Gifted Students in Social Sciences and Humanities (VNU), he brings two years of debating experience – having ranked among the Top 24 for the Vietnam National Debate Team, placed as a Double-Octofinalist at the Asian Schools Debating Championship, and won regional titles. His passion for historical policy research has also earned him shortlists for two consecutive years at the John Locke Global Essay Competition.

In his free time, he enjoys photography, reading, and hanging out with friends. He is eager to connect with experienced specialists to further his vision for international advocacy and peace.