Syahpati Alfatarah holds a master’s degree in International Relations at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), specializing in development, sustainability, and Southeast Asian affairs. He has a strong background in policy-relevant research and has worked across think tanks, government institutions, and international organizations on issues including social and economic development, communications, digital policy, and youth engagement. His experience spans policy research, government consulting, and leading development and education initiatives across regions, including Southeast and Northeast Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

Syahpati is particularly interested in Southeast Asian affairs, development cooperation, sustainability, and the intersection of policy and social impact.