Ashley Boyes is currently pursuing a combined Juris Doctor at the University of Ottawa and Masters degree at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs with a specialization in Development Projects and Planning. Ashley holds an Honours B.A. in Political Science and Global Culture Studies from Brescia University College at Western University with a focus on international relations and women’s security. Ashley has previously worked as a summer legal intern for Just Governance Group and International Justice Mission. In addition to interning with the Forum of Federations, she currently interns at the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development. She can be contacted at ashley.boyes@hotmail.com