Eric Moses Gashirabake represents Concordia in his Garnet Key uniform | Photo credit: Concordia University
A graduate of Concordia’s Department of Political Science, Eric Moses Gashirabake, BA 13, was chosen as one of five Young Diplomats of Canada. The diplomats will appear at a summit in Sydney, Australia, from July 12 to 15.
“We’ll discuss issues that have a real impact on young people, such a job creation, global citizenship and sustainable development,” says Gashirabake.
In total, 120 delegates will represent their respective G20 countries. At summit’s end, diplomats will prepare a report outlining common ideas.
“The report will be presented to G20 leaders, and it will outline further action,” he says.
During his Concordia studies, Gashirabake served as the official ambassador of the university’s Garnet Key Society and was the recipient of the Outstanding Student distinction at the 2013 Alumni Recognition Awards.
He is now a law student at McGill University and serves as fellow for the Canadian Jewish Political Affairs Committee.
“My leadership has centered on connections shared by law, diplomacy and politics,” says Gashirabake.
“I became attracted to young diplomats because of the summit’s ability to influence the global agenda.”
After Gashirabake completes his law degree, he hopes to practice international law as well as expand an initiative he started called Inspire Canada and Africa. The initiative aims to develop global citizenship through education and leadership.