Curriculum Vitae

DR. SHEILA DEVI A/P MICHAEL

Senior Lecturer
  • Department of International and Strategic Studies
    Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
  • 60379675678

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • NON-TRADITIONAL SECURITY, MIGRATION, HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND SMUGGLING OF MIGRANTS, GLOBAL GOVERNANCE

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

  • PH.D, (International Relations)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • MOM, (Management)
    International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
  • B.A, (English Language & Communication)
    Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

  • Head of Department
    01 Jan 2024 - present (Department of International and Strategic Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
  • Task Force Leader
    15 Dec 2022 - 31 Dec 2024 (Department of International and Strategic Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
  • Programme Coordinator
    07 Nov 2022 - 06 Nov 2024 (Department of International and Strategic Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
  • Head of Department
    01 Jan 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 (University Malaya)
  • Timetable Coordinator
    01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2024 (Department of International and Strategic Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
  • Acting Head of Department
    21 Dec 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 (Department)
  • Acting Head of Department
    22 Sep 2023 - 25 Sep 2023 (Department)
  • Acting Head of Department
    30 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 (Department)
  • Acting Head of Department
    25 Apr 2023 - 26 Apr 2023 (Department)
  • Acting Head of Department
    05 Apr 2023 - 05 Apr 2023 (Department)
  • Acting Head of Department
    03 Feb 2023 - 03 Feb 2023 (Department)
  • Acting Head of Department
    05 Dec 2022 - 06 Dec 2022 (Department)
  • Acting Head of Department
    23 Aug 2022 - 26 Aug 2022 (Department of International and Strategic Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
  • Acting Head of Department
    08 Aug 2022 - 12 Aug 2022 (Department of International and Strategic Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • REGULAR MEMBER, MEMBER
    2022 to 2024 (National)
  • 2ND DEPUTY EDITOR, EDITORIAL BOARD
    2021 to 2023 (University)

PUBLICATIONS

Article in Journal
  1. Temizkan, Y., SIdhu, J.S., Michael, S.D. (2023). Understanding Turkish Cypriots’ Constantly Deepening Distrust Towards Greek Cypriots. Malaysian Journal of International Relations, 11(1), 128-144.
  2. Michael, S.D. (2014). Human Trafficking in Malaysia: The Response of The Malaysian Government. Malaysian Journal of International Relations, 2(1), 106-129.
Books
  1. Michael, S.D. (2023). Labour Issues in Malaysia Amidst Deglobalisation. In: Ying Hooi, K., Ganesan, K., Govindasamy, A.R. (eds) Social and Political Deglobalisation. Palgrave Macmillan, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6823-7_6
  2. Michael, S.D. (2019). Human Trafficking in Malaysia. UM Press.
Other Publications
  1. Michael, S.D. (2022, September 6). Malaysia and its efforts to Curb Human Trafficking. The Diplomat. https://thediplomat.com/2022/09/malaysia-and-its-efforts-to-curb-human-trafficking/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)

RESEARCH PROJECT

National
  1. 2023 - 2025, University Grant
    Child Trafficking: The Exploitation of Children in Malaysia ( Co-Inventor)
  2. 2022 - 2024, University Grant
    Post-covid 19: Reopening Of Borders And The Call For Firm Measures To Combat Human Trafficking And Smuggling Of Migrants In Malaysia ( Co-Inventor)

PAPER PRESENTED

PLENARY SPEAKER
  1. The Continuous Precarious Situation of the Refugees and Migrant Workers in Malaysia Post-Covid-19, 6th Conference on Human Rights, Sydney Southeast Asia Centre (International) (24 Oct 2023 - 26 Oct 2023)
  2. Elucidating the Efforts of the Malaysian Government in Curbing Human Trafficking, 3rd Kuala Lumpur International Conference on Social Sciences, Education and Engineering 2022 (KLISEE2022), Asian Scholars Netowrk (International) (31 Dec 2022 - 31 Dec 2022)
INVITED SPEAKER
  1. Survey of ASEAN Peoples' Perceptions on China, India, Japan, and USA, Public Discussion on Survey of ASEAN Peoples' Perceptions on China, India, Japan, and USA, Foreign Policy Community Indonesia (International) (05 Mar 2024 - 05 Mar 2024)
  2. Human Trafficking in Malaysia: Root Causes, Trends and Challenges, Asian Scholars Online Consortium (ASOC) Seminar, Kyushu University Institute of Asia-Oceania Studies (International) (08 Sep 2023 - 08 Sep 2023)
  3. Human Rights Development in Malaysia since Independence, The Malaysia and Singapore Society of Australia (MASSA) 2023 Conference, The Malaysia and Singapore Society of Australia (International) (07 Jul 2023 - 08 Jul 2023)
  4. Human Rights in ASEAN, AIF3014 Lecture Series on ASEAN, Department of Southeast Asia Studies (University) (09 Jun 2023 - 09 Jun 2023)
  5. Covid-19 Pandemic and Migration , National Peace Conference, IMAN RESEARCH in collaboration with Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Asia Europe institute, ABIM (International) (14 Mar 2023 - 15 Mar 2023)
  6. ASEAN-China Survey 2022: Managing Cooperation Amidst Geopolitical Tension, Launching of ASEAN-China Survey 2022, Foreign Policy Community Indonesia (International) (31 Oct 2022 - 31 Oct 2022)
ORAL PRESENTER
  1. Smuggling Problems in the Indo-Pacific Region and Responses, Malaysia-Brunei Forum 2023, Universiti Malaya and Universiti Brunei Darussalam (International) (13 Dec 2023 - 14 Dec 2023)
  2. MALAYSIA S EFFORTS TO CURB HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND SMUGGLING OF MIGRANTS POST-COVID-19, ICONSEA 2023, Department of Southeast Asian Studies (International) (07 Dec 2023 - 08 Dec 2023)

ACADEMIC/PROF. SERVICES

Evaluation
  1. (2024) Mohammed M. M. Sbaih Hamas Hybrid Warfare Towards The Israeli Forces, 2021, University, (Internal Examiner)
  2. (2024) Milzat Saidat Fatma Salime Women Mediator Networks in Africa: a Case Study of Femwise-Africa, University, (Internal Examiner)
  3. (2024) Nurzuhairah Tasnim Binti Lokman Securitization of Child Sexual Abuse in Malaysia: An Assessment of Mechanisms by State and Non State Actors, University, (Internal Examiner)
  4. (2024) Dinagaran a/L Mahalingam Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing in Malaysian Maritime Zone: Roles and Challenges of National and International Mechanisms, University, (Internal Examiner)
  5. (2024) Loke Lee Roy China’S Economic and Geopolitical Interests in The Indian Ocean and India’S Responses, University, (Internal Examiner)
  6. (2023) Ronnie Ranjit Singh Border Security Issues and Management in Kedah and Perlis : The Role of General Operation Force, University, (Internal Examiner)
  7. (2023) Muhammad Khan Business as Usual? Securitisation of Migrant Workers During The Covid-19 Pandemic: a Comparative Study of Malaysia and Singapore, Monash University Malaysia, National, (External Examiner)
  8. (2023) Wan Amir Zaki B. Wan Hassan Adaptation of Unmanned Aerial System and it Challenges for Combatting Maritime Security Threats in Malaysia, University, (Internal Examiner)
  9. (2023) Yi Xiaoyi The Effect of Identity Conflict of Employed Mothers On Burnout in China: Based On Job Demands-Resources Model, University, (Reviewer)
  10. (2023) Mohammed M. M. Sbaih Hamas' Hybrid Warfare Towards The Israeli Forces, 2021, University, (Internal Examiner)
  11. (2023) Milzat Saidat Fatma Salime Women Mediator Networks in Peace Processes: a Case Study of Femwise:Africa, University, (Internal Examiner)
  12. (2023) Te Kai Yaw The Covid-19 Diplomacy in China Health Silk Road, University, (Internal Examiner)
  13. (2023) Vinodtha a/P Sethuraman Malaysia-Eu Relations: The Impact of Regulations Related to Palm Oil Imports, University, (Reviewer)
  14. (2023) Murali a/L Kuppan Human Security and Sri Lankan Refugees in Malaysia, University, (Internal Examiner)
  15. (2023) Praveen a/L Paniselvam Foreign Waste Dumping in Malaysia: An Evaluation from The Perspective of Environmental Terrorism, University, (Reviewer)
  16. (2023) Chew Boon Han Impact of Food Production, Food Import, Food Export and Currency Exchange Rate Towards Malaysia Food Security, University, (Internal Examiner)
  17. (2023) Nurul Najihah - Putin's Military Adventurism and The New Cold War in Europe, University, (Internal Examiner)
  18. (2023) Aida Zulaikha - Malaysia’S Involvement Towards Peacebuilding in Southern Thailand Conflict, University, (Internal Examiner)
  19. (2023) Muhammad Haekal B. Azman (Master Mixed Mode), University, (Reviewer)
  20. (2023) Marian Baharin - Malaysia and China’S Belt and Road Initiative (Bri): a Study of Selected Joint Venture Projects, University, (Internal Examiner)
  21. (2023) Halimatussaadiah - Ancaman Lanun Di Perairan Asia Tenggara: Analisis Geopolitik dan Keberkesanan Asean Dalam Keselamatan Serantau, University, (Internal Examiner)
  22. (2023) Nur Azman - Mapping Troubled Hotspots: The Spatiotemporal Study of Insurgency in The Southern Thailand, University, (Internal Examiner)
  23. (2023) Maulida Fulky - Climate Change as Politicised Issue: Challenges in The Securitisation of Climate Change in Indonesia, University, (Internal Examiner)
  24. (2023) Yusra Ali Omar - Women Security and Fragile State: Implementing The Un Resolution 1325 in Somalia, University, (Internal Examiner)
  25. (2023) Mohd. Firdaus B. Ramli (Master Mixed Mode), University, (Reviewer)
  26. (2023) Fasuan Emmanuel Olawale (Phd), University, (Internal Examiner)
  27. (2023) Akitsu Takahashi (S2028057), University, (Reviewer)
  28. (2023) Nurul Najihah Russia and The Rhetoric of New Cold War in Europe, University, (Internal Examiner)
  29. (2023) Venessa Devi The Securitisation of Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (Iiu) in Sabah Waters, University, (Internal Examiner)
  30. (2023) Aida Zulaikha Malaysia's Involvement Towards Peace in Southern Thailand Conflict, University, (Internal Examiner)
  31. (2023) Loke Lee Roy China's Economic and Geopolitical Interests in The Indian Ocean, University, (Internal Examiner)
  32. (2023) Marian Baharin Malaysia and China's Belt and Road Initiative: Burden or Benefit, University, (Internal Examiner)
  33. (2023) Maulida Fulky Climate Change as Politicised Issue in Indonesia, University, (Internal Examiner)
  34. (2022) Assessor for Abdifatah Ali Omar (The Dangers of Multiple Donors: Security Force Assistance in Somalia), University, (Internal Assessor)
  35. (2022) Nur Azman B Mohd Aminuddin (Mapping The Risk: The Gis Based Spatiotemporal Terrorism Study in Southern Thailand), University, (Internal Examiner)
  36. (2022) Assessor for Yusra Ali Omar (The Role of Women in Post-Conflict Peacebuilding: The Case of Somalia), University, (Internal Examiner)
  37. (2022) Mohamad Alim Aymaq (Aof190001), University, (Internal Examiner)
  38. (2022) Mohammad Alim Aymaq - The Role of Jirga in The Reconciliation and Peacebuilding of Afghanistan, University, (Internal Examiner)
  39. (2022) Mohammad Alim - The Role of Jirga in The Reconciliation and Peacebuilding of Afghanistan, University, (Internal Examiner)
  40. (2022) Liew Wui Chern (Aha140029), University, (Internal Examiner)
  41. (2022) Wan Syahrul Afif Bin Samsudin Asean and Cyber Security and Cooperation, University, (Internal Assessor)
  42. (2022) Koay Le Yang The Use of Fortifications in Gradual Territorial Expansion in South China Sea, University, (Internal Assessor)
  43. (2022) Ahmad Tajuddin B Mohd Said An Analysis of Indonesian Women Involvement in Suicide Bombing, University, (Internal Assessor)
  44. (2022) Zhang Jitang Us South China Sea Policy Under Trump Administration and China S Response, University, (Internal Assessor)
  45. (2022) Dinagaran a/L Mahalingam Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (Iuu) Fishing in Malaysian Maritime Zone, University, (Internal Assessor)
  46. (2022) Fawaz Bil'as Askar Khamees The Evaluation of Daesh On Jordanian Youth 2003-2017, University, (Internal Assessor)
  47. (2022) Tun Farah Adlina Binti Tun Hariri (17201430/1), University, (Reviewer)
  48. (2022) Internal Assessor for Fawaz Bil as Askar Khamees (17028041/1), University, (Internal Assessor)
  49. (2022) Internal Assessor for Mahmood Hossain (17202191/1), University, (Internal Assessor)
  50. (2022) Internal Assessor for Xie Mianqing (17221694), University, (Internal Assessor)
  51. (2022) Internal Assessor for Mohamad Alim Aymaq (17202063/1), University, (Internal Assessor)
  52. (2022) Halimatussaadiah Binti Mohd Rafiee Ancaman Lanun Di Perairan Rantau Asia Tenggara: Analisis Geopolitik dan Keberkesanan Asean Dalam Keselamatan Serantau, University, (Internal Examiner)
  53. (2022) Internal Assessor for Nur Annissa Binti Badrie (S2017662/1), University, (Internal Assessor)
  54. (2022) Internal Assessor for Aisyah Binti Abdul Hadi (S2001074/1), University, (Internal Assessor)
  55. (2022) Assessor for Venesa Devi a/P Mhinder Singh (17007003/1), University, (Internal Assessor)
  56. (2022) Internal Examiner - Rehanna Rachel Vergis (17006983/1 | Aof180015), University, (Internal Examiner)
  57. (2022) Internal Examiner - Haziq Bin Hakimi (17201254/1 | Aof190009), University, (Internal Examiner)
  58. (2022) Internal Examiner - Carlson Chew Yee Herng (17006944/2 | Aof180008), University, (Internal Examiner)
  59. (2022) Internal Examiner - Hazreen Binti Azman (17201671/1 | Aof190004), University, (Internal Examiner)
  60. (2022) Nurzuhairah Tasnim Binti Lokman (17058653/1 | Aof180006), University, (Internal Examiner)
  61. (2021) Assessor for Cd, University, (Internal Assessor)
Contribution to external organisation
  1. (2024) Insights On Human Trafficking Problems in Malaysia and The Effectiveness of Naptip 3.0, National, (Resource Person)
Contribution to event
  1. (2022) Main Organiser, National, (Event Organiser)
  2. (2022) Participant, International, (Participant)
  3. (2022) Co-Organizer, International, (Event Organiser)
  4. (2022) Conference Secretariat, National, (Event Organiser)
  5. (2022) Online Workshop Facilitator, University, (Course Facilitator)
  6. (2022) Moderator, International, (Panelist/Moderator)
  7. (2021) Moderator Panel Session 3 - Traditional V Non-Traditional Security Issues, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
Mentoring
  1. (2022) Informasi Berkenaan Perpustakaan Universiti Malaya, University, (Academic Advisor)
  2. (2022) Assessing Democracy in Malaysia Through Examining The Sedition Act 1948 and Communication and Multimedia Act 1998, University, (Academic Advisor)
  3. (2022) Assessing Political Literacy Among Malaysian Youths, University, (Academic Advisor)

SUPERVISION

Postgraduate Student
  1. (2023) GLOBAL EFFECTS OF TRIBALISM ON AFRICA DEVELOPMENT: THE CASE OF SOUTH EAST NIGERIA, EMEH ONUOHA IHECHIMERE BENJAMIN
  2. (2023) CROSS-BORDER COOPERATION IN THE EUROPEAN UNION: THE CASE OF CYPRUS, YASIN TEMIZKAN
  3. (2023) The conduct of Cyber Warfare as part of Hybrid Warfare from the Australian Perspective., HANIS SHAHEERA AHMAD HISHAM
  4. (2023) Exploration of Lived Experiences of Indonesian Men Victims of Labour Trafficking in Malaysia, TAI LI YEN
  5. (2023) Türkiye's Asia Anew Initiative: The Case Of Malaysia And Indonesia, AMIRUL MUKMININ ADDIN BIN AMIRUDDIN
  6. (2023) Rethinking Malaysia's Role in Regional Health Security, HANIDA HAYANI BINTI ISHAN
  7. (2023) Substate Dynamism in Malaysia-China Relations, GANESON A/L SIVAGURUNATHAN
  8. (2023) CLIMATE CHANGE AND FOOD SECURITY IN MALAYSIA: IMPACTS, CHALLENGES AND RESPONSES, KHAIRUNNIKMAN BIN KHAIRUL ANWAR
  9. (2023) Anti-trafficking in Person Efforts between Malaysia and Thailand, LATIFAH SALIM
  10. (2023) A study of the significance quest and the involvement of women in terrorism in Southeast Asia, NISHANTHINI AP TERUMALAI
  11. (2023) Political Extremism and its Impact on Malaysia’s National Security, AMANDA SANGEETHA THOMAS
  12. (2023) The New Digital Framework: AI & Job Loss, JOANNA DAVID
  13. (2022) RUSSIAN HYBRID INTERFERENCE AS A WEDGE STRATEGY IN NORTH MACEDONIA, ŠEHU BURHAN
  14. (2022) ECONOMIC SANCTIONS AND REGIME SURVIVAL: THE CASE OF SUDAN, AMNA SALAHELDIN AHMED MUKHTAR
Under Graduate Students
  1. (2023) The Nexus between Human trafficking operations and Job scams in Malaysia across the borders / AIE3017
  2. (2023) The Effect of Changes in Regime to Malaysia's Foreign Policy: Barisan Nasional (DS Najib) & Pakatan Harapan (Tun Mahathir) / AIE3017
  3. (2023) Navigating Dual Citizenship in the Malaysia-Thailand Border Landscape
  4. (2023) Investigating How High Levels of Youth Unemployment Can Contribute to The Increase of Cyber Criminal Activities in Malaysia / AIE3017
  5. (2023) Human Rights Perspective on Challenges Faced by Indonesian Chinese / AIE3017
  6. (2023) Effectiveness of CNN Effect as a Driving Force of Malaysian Politics / AIE3017
  7. (2023) Comparative Analysis of Media Portrayals: Western vs Middle Eastern Media Coverage of the Israel-Palestine Conflict / AIE3017
  8. (2023) Analyzing the Foreign Policy of Malaysia against Terrorism: Challenges and Opportunities / AIE3017
  9. (2023) Analysing The ASEAN Framework In Tackling Human Trafficking of Women and Children in Southeast Asia / AIE3017
  10. (2022) THE SMUGGLING OF MIGRANTS INTO MALAYSIA: IMPACTS, RESPONSES AND CHALLENGES
  11. (2022) THE EVOLVING POLICIES OF MALAYSIA ON ROHINGYA REFUGEES DURING COVID-19
  12. (2022) STATELESSNESS IN MALAYSIA: RIGHT TO EDUCATION OF STATELESS CHILDREN IN SABAH
  13. (2022) RAMPASAN KUASA TENTERA 2021: KERUNTUHAN DEMOKRASI DI MYANMAR
  14. (2022) LABOUR EXPLOITATION OF INDONESIAN DOMESTIC WORKERS IN MALAYSIA: IMPACTS ON MALAYSIA-INDONESIA S BILATERAL RELATION AND THE ROLES OF NGOS
  15. (2022) INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AS PART OF MALAYSIA S EFFORT IN BUILDING ITS DIGITAL ECONOMY
  16. (2022) COMBATTING TERRORISM THREAT: MALAYSIA S COUNTERTERRORISM POLICIES AND THE POSSIBILITY OF A LARGE-SCALE TERROR ATTACK
  17. (2022) AIE3002 Academic Project

TEACHING

Bachelor
  1. (2023) AIE2017 - International Development and Governance
  2. (2023) AIE1001 - Introduction to International Relations
  3. (2023) AIX1001 - Introduction to Social Sciences and Humanities
  4. (2023) AIF3014 - Lecture Series On Asean
  5. (2023) AIE2009 - Non-State Actors in International Relations
  6. (2023) AIE2016 - Research Methods in International Relations
  7. (2022) AIX1005 - Community Building, Social Action and Innovation
  8. (2022) GIA2009 - International Development and Governance
  9. (2022) AIE1001 - Introduction to International Relations
  10. (2022) AIX1001 - Introduction to Social Sciences and Humanities
  11. (2022) AIE2009 - Non-State Actors in International Relations
  12. (2022) AIE1003 - Political Economy of International Relations
  13. (2022) AIX2001 - Research Methodology for Social Science and Humanities
  14. (2021) AIE1004 - Evolution of International Society
  15. (2021) AIE3013 - International Dispute Settlement
  16. (2021) AIE1001 - Introduction to International Relations

COURSE ATTENDED

Internal / External Course
INTERNAL COURSE- ORGANIZED BY PTJ
  1. EMERALD TEACHING AND LEARNING 2022, Online (21 Feb 2022 - 04 Mar 2022)
  2. ACU UM EARLY CAREER RESEARCHERS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME, Hotel Ve Bangsar South Kuala Lumpur (03 Jun 2022 - 03 Jun 2022)
  3. DEVELOPING APPROPRIATE ASSESSMENT FOR A COURSE, Universiti Malaya (06 Oct 2022 - 06 Oct 2022)
  4. EMERALD RESEARCH AND SUPERVISION, UM (16 Aug 2022 - 17 Aug 2022)
  5. PERSONAL ENTHUSIASM AS A UNIVERSITY RESEARCHER, Microsoft Teams (28 Mar 2023 - 28 Mar 2023)