LCO Student Scholar Fellows
The Law Commission of Ontario (LCO) reorganized its student summer program in April 2020, and in partnership with several Ontario law schools created the Student Scholar Fellowship Program. This new program significantly expands the number of students working with the LCO for the summer term.
Students working with the LCO will contribute to law reform and legal policy development on LCO projects. Students will undertake legal and policy research and will participate in a broad range of consultations and LCO activities.
The LCO does not directly accept applications to this program. Students will need to refer to their respective schools for further information. Check out our website or follow us on twitter @LCO_CDO for updates!
LCO Student Scholar Fellows 2023
Amal Abdulle
Amal Abdulle is a J.D. Candidate at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law at Lakehead University. She earned her Honours Bachelor of Arts degree, with a specialization in Political Science and a double minor in Public Law and International Development Studies, from the University of Toronto. Starting this summer, Amal will be joining the Lakehead Law Students’ Society executive team as the incoming VP of Academics. She is interested in further implementing measures of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as the current Chapter President of the Black Law Students’ Association at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law. During her spare time, Amal enjoys playing volleyball and soccer.
Emmanuel Appiah
Emmanuel Appiah is a second-year law student in the University of Ottawa’s English Common Law program. Emmanuel completed his Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Justice, Political Philosophy and Law and his MA in Communications and New Media at McMaster University. Throughout his academic career, he has been interested in the development of law and regulations on privacy and copyright concerns for digital platforms. He has experience working at an online storytelling platform in copyright compliance. Emmanuel enjoys being involved with community organizations and has previous experience working at a legal aid clinic.
Makayla Francois
Makayla Francois earned her Honours Bachelor of Applied Science degree and a diploma in Community and Justice Services at the University of Guelph-Humber. Her interests in law and policy sparked during the first year of her undergrad, and she is now a JD candidate in the Common Law program at the University of Ottawa. Makayla has experience in criminal law and international policy through her work with the Crown Attorney’s office and the United Nations. Makayla is currently interested in learning more about Indigenous legal traditions, the impact of A.I. in criminal law, and immigration laws and policies. Beyond law and policy, Makayla enjoys reading, cooking, and dancing.
Nouran Hamzeh
Nouran Hamzeh is a second-year law student at Osgoode Hall Law School. Nouran has completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Political Studies and minor in Family Social Sciences from the University of Manitoba. During her undergraduate degree, she worked as an undergraduate researcher and a research assistant at the Mamawipawin Research Space focusing on comparative constitutional case analysis and the representation of Indigenous politicians in the media. Nouran has also worked with Fair Change Community Services Legal Clinic as an advocate during her first year of law school and will be returning in August as a Junior Director of Operations. In September, Nouran will be working at the Osgoode Mediation Clinic at Osgoode Hall Law School.
Dania Kassim
Dania Kassim is a entering her second year at Osgoode Hall Law School. Alongside her work at the Refugee Law Lab, Dania will be at the Parkdale Community Legal Clinic in the winter. Dania completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto, with a major in Diaspora and Transnational studies. Dania loves to discuss anything related to borders and migration.
Kasia Knap
Kasia Knap is a rising 2L student in the Common Law program at the University of Ottawa. Kasia develops collaborative programs with refugee youth in Toronto that reflect their priorities and support the capabilities they value. Interested in how community development, settlement, and social justice intersect, she looks for ways to elevate youth voice, reduce barriers to access, and leverage opportunities for youth.
Maria Michouris
Maria Michouris is a second-year law student at the University of Ottawa, specializing in international law. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of British Columbia, with a double major in International Relations and Political Science. In her spare time, Maria loves to play video games and hang out with her bunny, Gina.
Farhin Mim
Farhin Mim is moving into her third year at the Faculty of Law, University of Windsor. She has completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Criminology and Justice and a minor in Forensic Psychology from Ontario Tech University. Farhin is working as a summer student at the Legal Assistance of Windsor clinic. During her spare time, Farhin likes to try cooking different cuisines and loves spicy food.
Athaven Nithianantha
Athaven Nithianantha is a JD/MES candidate at Osgoode Hall Law School. Athaven has a passionate interest in environmental law and the intersections of Canadian colonial law with Indigenous governance and legal traditions. They have previously been involved in creating the 2023 National Ecological Footprint and Biocapacity Accounts, and are committed to working towards a net-zero, sustainable, and equitable future for all. Athaven completed an undergraduate degree in Anatomy and Cell Biology at McGill University. During their spare time, Athaven enjoys staying involved in their community, being active through weightlifting, going for short hikes, and playing the occasional video game.
Laura Ogden
Laura Ogden is a second-year law student at Bora Laskin Faculty of Law. She completed her Psychology degree at Lakehead University and a Social Service Worker diploma at Confederation College. With 15 years of front line experience, Laura most recently worked in women’s substance use and recovery on Vancouver Island.