SIKHA foundation is an apolitical research institute dedicated to academic excellence and ethical standards. We do not endorse any ideological, theoretical, or political stance. Instead, we welcome all contributions that respect the principles of free speech and expression.
Remember: Your freedom ends where another person’s freedom begins.
Our internship program is online, free of charge, and unpaid.
This internship offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to the work of the SIKHA foundation and the global academic community, while also gaining meaningful feedback and experience in return.
If you’re interested, feel free to contact us directly via social media or email.
OUR INTERNS
My name is Sofia Balan, and I am a 16-year-old high school student currently studying at Pine Crest School. I was born in Fort Lauderdale, lived in Tbilisi, and studied in Boston.
I am the founder of The Mind Catalyst, a platform that empowers members of Generation Z to express their opinions, engage in meaningful discussions, and develop critical thinking skills. Our mission is to embrace inclusivity, promote free speech, and build a connected community—brick by brick—as a generation. Drawing on my multicultural background and exposure to diverse worldviews, I bring fresh perspectives to issues in geopolitics and policy through my work.
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Research areas:
- International Relations
- Security Policy
- Political Affairs
Research topics:
- Post-9/11 war zones throughout the Middle East
- History of United States presence military in the Middle East and Africa
- The US involvement into Georgian politics
- The ongoing war in Ukraine.
Languages:
- English (native)
- Spanish
- Russian
- Georgian.