Yui Fujiki works on nuclear disarmament, the humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons, and the global governance of nuclear risks. She was born and spent the first 24 years of her life in Hiroshima, where she attended Hiroshima City University, earning a master’s degree in peace and conflict resolution. She also holds a master’s degree in political science from Simon Fraser University; her thesis explored nuclear waste management and safety in Canada and Japan, demonstrating how grassroots resistance can influence nuclear governance and expose the enduring threats of nuclear policy and infrastructure.

Yui supported research activities at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and has presented her research at several global forums, bringing a cross-cultural, justice-driven perspective to advancing nuclear disarmament and peace.

Kianna Low-A-Chee (She/Her) graduated from the Balsillie School of International Affairs Master of International Public Policy program in August 2025. Kianna graduated with Honours in Political Science from Wilfrid Laurier University in December 2022. Throughout her academic career, Kianna found her passion for human security, environmental security, and the technology governance. Kianna’s areas of interest include the relationship between environmental resources and human security as well as the impacts of technologies on security. 

Ishmael Philip Carrey is a Research Intern at Project Ploughshares, where he offers research and project support across various thematic areas. His duties include conducting literature reviews, collecting and analysing data, preparing summaries for workshops, and assisting with editing and correspondence. He also monitors global developments to support ongoing research and policy initiatives. 
  
Philip holds a Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) from the Balsillie School of International Affairs and an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Relations from Lancaster University, Ghana campus. His academic and professional pursuits demonstrate a strong dedication to tackling global challenges through evidence-based research and policy innovation. 
  
His research interests include space security, uncrewed systems, nuclear technology, and climate-related security issues. Before joining Project Ploughshares, he completed his National Service at CalBank PLC and worked with the Ghana Refugee Board, where he contributed to refugee status request assessments. He is also part of research clusters focused on Conflict and Security; Global Institutions, Diplomacy and Justice; Migration, Mobilities and Social Politics; and Environment and Resources.