I am a passionate anti-racism, equity, and social justice advocate – grounded in real experiences, and a refusal to settle for surface-level change. Through writing, teaching, and storytelling, I create spaces where diverse voices don’t just show up authentically- they lead. I bring creativity and pop culture into the mix to unpack social dynamics and make tough conversations relatable.
While I’m committed to justice, I believe in second chances and growth – that mistakes happen, and when you know better, you do better. My work comes from a place of grace, and a belief in accountability- not judgement.
My goal is simple: build communities and systems that serve everyone’s lived experience with honesty, respect and lasting impact. I am excited about potential collaborations from like minded folks!
Current Role : I am currently the Equity Specialist at the University of Waterloo’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism (EDI-R) department.
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Previous positions:
- Anti-Racism/ Anti-Islamophobia Program Coordinator at the Coalition of Muslim Women, a grassroots human rights group in Waterloo Region
- Faculty, Conestoga College (School of Community Services and School of Interdisciplinary Studies)
- Podcast host/ producer, Across Her Table Podcast: Interview style podcast featuring the stories of successful Canadian Muslim women with immigrant roots.
- English Lecturer/ Faculty/ ESL trainer, Abeda Inamdar College (affiliated to University of Pune, India): Taught Applied Linguistics, Literary theory, Literature, Advanced grammar and trained ESL teachers, developed curriculum, and trained second language learners.
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I deliver keynotes, youth talks, interactive workshops, and facilitated sessions for schools, institutions, and communities. My work focuses on anti-racism, emotional intelligence, communication, identity, inclusive, barrier-free systems, and responding to hate. I help create spaces for reflection, dialogue, and practical change.
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I provide strategic advice and mentorship for organizations and grassroots projects focused on equity, anti-racism, and inclusive community engagement. I help bridge institutional goals with community realities.
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I’m available for guest lectures, talks, and curriculum development on equity, identity, and critical inquiry. I previously taught English literature, literary theory, and applied linguistics as a college lecturer in India, and later taught in the School of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies at Conestoga College.
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I write op-eds, explainers, and creative content at the intersection of social justice and pop culture. I’ve hosted and produced a podcast amplifying racialized Muslim women’s stories and have appeared as a guest on various platforms. I’m open to collaborations and commissioned projects that align with these themes.