Stories from the field

Author Keiran Ellis

Hello! My name is Keiran Ellis and I am completing my BA in Political Science and Philosophy at The University of Victoria. I am beyond excited to be spending six months in Jakarta, Indonesia, working for the Center for Indonesian Policy Studies (CIPS). The organization seeks to create evidence-based policy reforms to strengthen Indonesian economic and social wellbeing. I am looking forward to sharing my experiences and photos with everyone on this blog!

Keiran Ellis – Blog 5: Dear Future Intern…

Dear Future Intern, Congratulations! You have a wealth of amazing experiences that await you abroad, wherever you may go! Below, I have attached five pieces of advice from my experience in Jakarta. I wish you all the best and good… Continue Reading →

Keiran Ellis – Blog 4: All about Indo! 

I wanted to dedicate a blog post to Indonesia itself– a country not often discussed in conversations back in Canada. When I told my friends and family that I was going to be working in Jakarta, they often asked, “where… Continue Reading →

Keiran Ellis – Blog 3: Home is Where the People Are

I often find myself waking up to the smell of steamed sweet potatoes, the clamour of construction outside my window, and a glimmer of sunlight peeking through my blinds.  “Keiran! I have made tempeh and fried bananas for you and… Continue Reading →

Keiran Ellis – Blog 2: Hitting the Ground Running

“Salam dari” (from) Jakarta, Indonesia! I am baffled at how fast my first month has passed by. I write this to you from my balcony in Jakarta as I watch the glowing windows of the MRT fly past, listen to the… Continue Reading →

Keiran Ellis – Blog 1: Introduction

Meet 2022 CAPI intern Keiran Ellis, interviewed by fellow student Etain Kearsey

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