Civic Clarity Foundation
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National Advisory board
Councillor Colleen James
Board Member
Regional Councillor | Region of Waterloo
Colleen James, a lifelong Kitchener resident and business owner, was elected Regional Councillor in 2022. With 15+ years in municipal government and advanced degrees, she champions sustainability, community dialogue, accountability, and inclusive leadership while serving on various Regional Council committees.
Professor Donald E. Abelson
Board Member
Ph.D., Political Science | McMaster University
Donald E. Abelson, PhD, is a Professor of Political Science at McMaster University and a leading expert in Canada-US relations, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. He previously served as the inaugural director of the Brian Mulroney Institute of Government.
Mission statement
The Civic Clarity Foundation is a non-partisan, youth-focused think tank established on the foundational beliefs that the strength of a democracy is measured by its commitment to governmental transparency, accountability, and the meaningful inclusion of all its stakeholders, including youth. Created to address the systemic exclusion of young people from the core processes of governance, our mission is to advance and embed these essential principles within our democratic institutions.
Leadership
Rehan Mazid
Founder and Executive Director
Founder and Executive Director | Civic Clarity Foundation
Rehan Mazid founded the Civic Clarity Foundation on three main beliefs: governmental transparency, accountability, and youth engagement through education in civic life. He continues to work every day to further solidify these goals in Canada.
Ishan Acharya
Director of Partnerships and Outreach
Director of Partnerships and Outreach | Civic Clarity Foundation
Ishan Acharya is a Grade 10 student at Laurel Heights Secondary School in Waterloo, Ontario. He is passionate about local representation and community service, proudly serving as a Sea Cadet. With over 150 volunteer hours across various political campaigns, he is committed towards building a compassionate, change-oriented, and united future for us all.
Neelab Ahmed
Director of Events & Logistics
Director of Events & Logistics | Civic Clarity Foundation
Neelab Ahmad is a Grade 12 student at St. Benedict C.S.S. passionate about civic engagement and global issues. She is on the Waterloo Youth Advisory Council, is an executive for Model UN, and participates in DECA. With over 150 volunteer hours in local and school initiatives, Neelab is dedicated to empowering youth voices and creating meaningful change through collaboration and community action.
Kinjal Kaur
Director of Community Engagement
Director of Community Engagement | Civic Clarity Foundation
Kinjal Kaur is a Grade 11 student leader dedicated to fostering a united community foundation through impactful initiatives and meaningful change. She proudly serves as a WRDSB Student Trustee and represents Western Ontario at the OSTA-AECO Public Education Cabinet.
Amey Sharma
Director of Internal Affairs
Director of Internal Affairs | Civic Clarity Foundation
Amey Sharma is an IB Grade 10 student at Glenview Park Secondary School in Cambridge, Ontario. Amey brings a structured, process-driven approach to leadership, ensuring that internal operations remain efficient, collaborative, and mission-focused. He thrives on creating systems that empower teams to work cohesively, blending innovation with organization to reach meaningful civic impact.
Mahir Rahman
Director of Communications
Director of Communications | Civic Clarity Foundation
Mahir Rahman is a Grade 9 student at Fletchers Creek Secondary School in Brampton, Ontario. He is passionate about youth involvement in civic spaces, communicating complex ideas, and making politics understandable for all.
Hannah Bannister
Deputy Director of Events & Logistics
Deputy Director of Events & Logistics | Civic Clarity Foundation
Hannah Bannister is a Grade 12 student with a passion for social work, dedicated to creating positive, informed communities through her 200+ hours of community involvement and through her leadership roles in her school through various clubs and Student Activity Council.
Contact
We're always open to thoughtful questions, collaborations, or feedback.Email: [email protected]
Socials: @civicclarityfoundation