IRP Alumni Association
International Relations Program Alumni Association
About the IRPAA
The International Relations Program Alumni Association (IRPAA) is an association created by and for graduates of the University of Toronto’s International Relations Program. Its mission is to keep International Relations Program alumni connected to the program, create strong connections within the alumni community, and support current and future students in navigating their careers.
The IRPAA’s activities are divided into three broad categories:
- Connecting alumni with each other and the program through events, a monthly newsletter, and a private LinkedIn group so that the International Relations Program can be an enduring community beyond graduation
- Knowledge-sharing between alumni and current students through events, panels, and workshops to help students navigate their post-IR academic and professional opportunities
- An alumni coaching program to pair third- and fourth-year students with an alumni coach who can help them learn about their career options and help students build a professional network
If you’re a current student, you can get involved in our activities through the IR community at U of T. If you’re a member of the alumni community, get in touch with us! The IRPAA is open without distinction to graduates of any of the University of Toronto’s colleges and to graduates of both the Specialist and Major programs.
Contact information:
To join the IRPAA membership (alumni only): https://forms.office.com/r/4yGDgmnY8m
Email: iralumni@trinity.utoronto.ca
LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/irpaa-u-of-t-international-relations-program-alumni-association
Hélène Emorine, President
Hélène works for Environment and Climate Change Canada as a Loss and Damage Negotiator and Policy Advisor, representing Canada in United Nations climate change negotiations. Hélène previously worked at Deloitte’s Future of Canada Centre as a Senior Policy Advisor where she produced thought leadership on key issues facing Canada and advised senior executives on public policy and global affairs.
As an alumna of the IR program, Hélène co-founded the IRPAA to foster a community of International Relations alumni and create connections between alumni, faculty, and current students.
Hélène graduated from the University of Toronto’s International Relations Program in 2018 and holds an MSc in Global Governance and Diplomacy from the University of Oxford.
Tea Vasha, Director of Events
Tea Vasha is a Senior Policy Analyst working on emergency management files with the International Affairs and Partnerships Team at Public Safety Canada. She holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (2023) and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Criminology (2021). Tea previously worked with the Financial Crime Coordination Centre, where she supported the organization of the Spin Cycle 2023 Conference. Tea is excited to join the IRPAA as Director of Events as she hopes to help develop stronger connections within the alumni community and support current and future students in navigating their career.
Angela Minyi Hou, Director of Coaching
Angela Minyi Hou is a Strategic Integration Specialist at the Centre for Energy and Materials of the World Economic Forum. As an alum of the Government of Canada’s Advanced Policy Analyst Program, Angela is a former public servant who is enthusiastic about international policy challenges relating to environmental sustainability, trade and investment, and development finance. Angela holds a Masters in International Affairs from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva. She graduated from the University of Toronto in 2019 with a double major in International Relations and Contemporary Asian Studies. She has a Chinese-Canadian background with roots in Shanghai and Toronto.