International Fellows Alumni

Mr. Ali is an executive director of INCIDIN Bangladesh, a nonprofit research and advocacy organization. He plans, manages, and monitors developmental projects that improve the human rights of children who are living on the streets, victims of sexual abuse, and/or survivors of trafficking. During his Humphrey year, Mr. Ali will study laws and policies that focus on the promotion and protection of human rights. Mr. Ali holds bachelor's and master's degrees in social science from the University of Dhaka.

Mr. de los Reyes specializes in civil litigation and corporate law, agrarian law, land use law, and intellectual property law. He was formerly the undersecretary for policy and planning and legal affairs of the Department of Agrarian Reform and vice-chairperson of the Department of Agrarian Reform Adjudication Board. During his Humphrey year, Mr. de los Reyes will study international economic law and human rights, with a particular focus on agriculture. He holds a bachelor's of science in business administration and bachelor's of law from the University of the Philippines at Quezon City.

Mr. Dundas collaborates in the development of policies and operational standards for the Department of Correctional Services and is responsible for monitoring correctional centers. During his Humphrey year, he will investigate the use of state-led and communitydriven approaches to reducing crime and violence, as well as strategies for enhancing the accountability of state security forces in a civil society. Mr. Dundas currently holds bachelor's and master's degrees in theological studies, a diploma in public administration, and several other professional certificates.

Mr. Khachatyran is a specialist in the field of bankruptcy law in Armenia and contributed to drafting Armenia's new "Law on Bankruptcy" and several bylaws. He also prepares and provides special training for administrators on bankruptcy cases. During his Humphrey year, Mr. Khachatyran will study American law provisions in the field of bankruptcy, as well as establish contacts with both judges and bankruptcy administrators. Mr. Khachatyran has received diplomas in both oriental studies and law from Yerevan State University.

As Section Officer for the Police Department, Mr. Khan's responsibilities include oversight of all aspects of the department, including policy reform and implementation, personnel, internal and external complaint interpretation, and application of relevant rules and regulations. During his Humphrey year, Mr. Khan will study public administration with an emphasis on leadership, bureaucracy, and local government, and their relationship to social services. Mr. Khan holds bachelor's degrees in civic Islamic society and in political science. He holds two master's degrees in Pakistani studies from Quaid-e-Azam, University Islamabad.

Mr. Kim works on transportation plans and coordinates transportation policies in Korea. He currently is working to establish a new vision for transportation systems that will support economic development and fulfill the basic needs of citizens. During his Humphrey year, Mr. Kim will focus on a cost/benefit analysis of the establishment and infrastructure of national transportation plans. Mr. Kim holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Seoul National University and has completed courses in public policy.

Ms. Pierre is an advocate and instructing attorney-of-law in private practice. During her Humphrey year, Ms. Pierre will study alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, negotiation, and conflict management. Ms. Pierre holds an LL.B. in Law from the University of the West Indies, a legal education certificate from Hugh Wooding Law School, West Indies, and has completed coursework in management at the University of the West Indies.

Mr. Romdhani is responsible for auditing public institutions and corporations dealing with the energy sector, including organization and information systems, financial diagnosis, public purchasing, human resources management, and privatization policy. During his Humphrey year, Mr. Romdhani will study public administration and management to improve his skills in the areas of auditing, financial diagnosis, evaluation of policies, and organizational problems. Mr. Romdhani holds a bachelor's degree in business studies from L'Institut des Hautes Etudes Commerciales in Tunis. He also holds a master's degree in public administration from L'Ecole Nationale d'Administration in Tunis.

Ms. Sekaric is responsible for affairs related to structure, function, and organization for federal offices and organizations. She is also responsible for labor relations for federal employees. During her Humphrey year, Ms. Sekaric will study public administration and organizational design and change. Ms. Sekaric holds a bachelor's degree in law from Belgrade University and certificates in public service and public administration.

Ms. Williams develops policies and strategies for the enhancement of economic and cultural relations with international organizations and other countries. During her Humphrey year, Ms. Williams will study the formulation, analysis and implementation of public policy, foreign policy, international affairs and good governance practices. Ms. Williams holds a master's degree in general psychology from Sofia University, Bulgaria, and certificates in diplomacy, management, and civil service.

Dr. Yao is responsible for macro-economic analysis, fiscal and taxation policy research, public affairs management, and preparation of speeches and press conferences for the Minister and Vice Ministers. During her Humphrey year, Dr. Yao plans to study the fields of finance and banking, with emphasis on the organizational structure of the American government expenditure system. Dr. Yao holds a bachelor's and a master's degree in law from Peking University, Beijing, and a Ph.D. in economics from Lanzhou University, China.

Mr. Zaim supervises, monitors, and evaluates the work of judges in the Court of Appeals. During his Humphrey year, Mr. Zaim will enrich his knowledge of the American judiciary system, with a focus on alternative dispute resolution. He will establish relationships with American counterparts in this field. Mr. Zaim holds a bachelor's degree in law from Mohamed University, Rabat, and a magistrate diploma in law from the Institute of Judicial Studies, Rabat. Mr. Zaim also is the author of several books and research studies related to his area of study.

Dr. Ahmed proposes, executes and supervises research projects related to fish biology, fisheries and fish population dynamics. He proposes fishing strategies based on scientific principles. During his Humphrey Year, he plans to study environmental science, management and implementation practices, simulation models, impact assessment methods, and economics. He hopes to improve the quality of fisheries management research in his country.

Dr. Ahmed holds a doctorate in Zoology (Ecology; Fisheries) from Cairo University.

Ms. Alon supervises the development and training of workers at the Israeli CBS, where she has developed professional advancement and managerial skills programs as well as a model for recruiting and training new employees. During her Humphrey Year, Ms. Alon plans to develop her ability to influence change inside the Israeli Civil Service System through professional and managerial development and policy making. She is also a member of The Israeli Association for Organizational Development.

She holds a masters degree in sociology from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Mr. Ammar prepares and tracks participation of the Ministry of Industry in the various councils of Ministers, chaired by the President of Tunisia. During his Humphrey Year, Mr. Ammar plans to update and expand his knowledge of the new international financial environment and better understand modern techniques and regulations needed to manage the financial risks that his country will face.

Mr. Ammar holds a degree from the Business School at the University of Paris Dauphine and a diploma in Public Administration from the Ecole Nationale d' Administration.

Mr. Buasen directs the formulation and overall implementation of policies, plans and programs for NCIP. His duties focus particularly on the education, culture and health-related rights and welfare of the Filipino indigenous peoples. During his Humphrey Year, Mr. Buasen plans to focus on public administration and policies relevant to indigenous cultures and development.

Mr. Buasen holds two doctorate degrees, two masters' degrees, and a bachelor degree from various schools in the Philippines and the Australian National University of Canberra.

She administers and supervises the staff activities of MATR. Her main priorities are to strengthen the legal system, to protect human rights, and to protect legal interests of people and organizations. During her Humphrey Year, she plans to study organizational forms of advocates' activities through organizations such as the U.S Bar Association, as well as organizations that protect human rights.

Ms. Chostak holds a degree in law from the International Professional School in Saratov, where she studied the European Court and protection of human rights.

Mr. Creamer evaluates, selects and monitors scientific investigations and technological research programs funded by his government. During his Humphrey Year, Mr Creamer plans to concentrate on the management of technology with an emphasis on the key aspects for increasing competiveness and productivity, the process of innovation in enterprises and new markets, and the application of information.

Mr. Creamer holds a masters degree in enterprise management from Escuela Politecnica Nacional in Quito, Ecuador and a master's in architectural engineering from Osaka University, Japan.

Mr. Iskandar is a judge in Egypt where he works in all branches of the law. After gaining five years of experience, he will choose to specialize in one or two branches of these branches. Before becoming a judge, Mr. Iskander was a public prosecutor. During his Humphrey year, Mr. Iskander plans to advance his education by completing studies in international law and in the fields of human rights and international commercial law, from both theoretical and practical perspectives.

Mr. Iskandar holds a degree in private law and most recently attended Ain-Shams University in Cairo Egypt.

Mr. Ivory directs and coordinates the legal staff of his law firm. He is responsible for the survival and growth of the firm through effective and efficient legal services. During his Humphrey Year, Mr. Ivory plans to study human rights and to become involved in seminars designed to create an expedited justice delivery system through the ordinary courts of the land.

Mr. Ivory holds a degree in law from the University of Nigeria and a professional qualification from the Nigerian Law School that entitles him to practice as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.