Leadership

  • Rehan Mazid

    Rehan Mazid

    FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    As the founder of the Civic Clarity Foundation, Rehan is a policy-based advocate leading evidence-driven initiatives and fostering collaboration across multiple stakeholders. He founded the Civic Clarity Foundation on three main beliefs: governmental transparency, accountability, and the meaningful inclusion of all stakeholders in a democracy.

  • Amey Sharma

    Amey Sharma

    DIRECTOR OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS

    Amey Sharma is an IB Grade 10 student. He applies a structured, process-driven approach to leadership, strengthening internal operations and fostering collaborative, mission-focused systems that empower teams to work toward civic impact.

  • Kinjal Kaur

    Kinjal Kaur

    DIRECTOR OF EDUCATIONAL POLICY

    Kinjal Kaur is a Grade 11 student leader dedicated to fostering a united community foundation through impactful initiatives and meaningful change. She proudly serves as a WRDSB Student Trustee and represents Western Ontario at the OSTA-AECO Public Education Cabinet.

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    Ishan Acharya

    DIRECTOR OF PARTNERSHIPS & OUTREACH

    Ishan Acharya is a Grade 10 student at Laurel Heights Secondary School in Waterloo, Ontario. Passionate about local representation and community service, he serves as a Sea Cadet and has contributed over 150 volunteer hours to political campaigns, advancing community-driven change.

  • Neelab Ahmed

    Neelab Ahmed

    DIRECTOR OF TALENT ACQUISITION

    Neelab Ahmad, a Grade 12 student at St. Benedict C.S.S., Passionate about civic engagement and global issues. She serves on the Waterloo Youth Advisory Council, leads in Model UN, participates in DECA, and volunteers extensively to empower youth.

  • Mahir Rahman

    Mahir Rahman

    DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

    Mahir Rahman is a Grade 9 student at Fletchers Creek Secondary School in Brampton, Ontario. He is passionate about youth involvement in civic spaces, communicating complex ideas, and making politics understandable for all.

  • Hannah Bannister

    Hannah Bannister

    DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF TALENT ACQUISITION

    Hannah Bannister is a Grade 12 student passionate about social work, committed to building positive, informed communities. With over 200 volunteer hours and leadership roles in school clubs and the Student Activity Council, she strives to empower others through meaningful service.

Board of Directors

Councillor Colleen James

Councilor Colleen James

Colleen James, a lifelong Kitchener resident and business owner, was elected Regional Councillor in 2022. With 15+ years in municipal government and advanced degrees, she champions sustainability, community dialogue, accountability, and inclusive leadership while serving on various Regional Council committees.

Professor Donald E. Abelson

Professor Donald E. Abelson

Donald E. Abelson, PhD, is a Professor of Political Science at McMaster University and a leading expert in Canada-US relations, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. He previously served as the inaugural director of the Brian Mulroney Institute of Government.