Samia Ben Aqdim joined Santé Mondiale 2030 as an intern. She is completing a master’s degree in European and International Studies at CY Cergy Paris Université. Her research report focuses on access to mental health care for Syrian refugees, a topic that has helped her understand that health is both an indicator and a driver of stability.
As part of her studies, she has explored Japan’s health diplomacy as well as the structural vulnerabilities of Peru’s healthcare system in the face of COVID-19. She supplemented her education with a university diploma in international jurisdictions, crimes, and litigation at Paris 8 University, where she studied public international law, international criminal law, and transitional justice.
She also gained hands-on experience in the health sector during a civic service program with Unis-Cité, where she led community health awareness workshops. She is particularly interested in how global health is conceptualized.