Mary Coughlan

Mary Coughlan

Research Intern, Public Sector Governance

Mary is currently pursuing a Master’s in Security and Defence Studies at the University of Ottawa. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Social Science in Criminology. She has gained valuable experience in the federal public service, building a strong foundation in governance, research, and policy analysis. Her academic and professional interests include Indigenous relations, cybersecurity policy development, and climate security. Outside of work, Mary enjoys playing sports, hiking, camping, and spending time with her family.