Melvin (he/him) is a third-generation Punjabi-Sikh from Malaysia with a BArts Degree in International Studies from SFU, specializing in Security and Conflict. He’s now pursuing his MA in International Affairs and Diplomacy with the UN Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR).

As an SFU Semester in Dialogue alumnus, Melvin is dedicated to creating spaces for meaningful conversations on critical issues. Currently, he serves as the Dialogue and Engagement Coordinator on the Centre’s Social Enterprise team.

His diverse interests include the areas of migration, conflict management, human rights, and political accountability. Beyond his professional commitments, Melvin enjoys writing comedy skits and exploring Vancouver’s neighborhoods, often in search of the city’s best chai spots.