I am a critical thinker, ice cream afficionado and history nerd with a quirky side. I value realness, compassion, family, community, personal and spiritual development and growth. 

I was born in Toronto—the eldest of three siblings—to somewhat non-traditional Pakistani parents, and my childhood was informed by my parents’ involvement with our local masjid. This has helped me stay grounded in my Muslim identity and also drives my passion for working with and supporting community.

Throughout my undergrad, graduate studies, and now in my volunteer and professional capacities, I’ve realized I get my adrenaline rush from making social impact through civic engagement, advocacy, and finding solutions to pressing social problems including racial inequality. This is why I recently made the leap from the nonprofit world into consulting, where I help develop and deliver community engagement strategies and research.

Pre-pandemic, I was a regular at the gym, and dabbled in boxing and yoga. Besides that, I enjoy reading, writing for magazines and other publications in which I can rant about human rights, discovering new dessert joints, spending time with family and my medium-sized circle of trusted friends, and travel to places where I can experience Islamic history first-hand. 

I am looking for a partner in crime who is culturally compatible, kind and supportive, values family, is a critical thinker, and feels connected to the spiritual tradition and their Muslim identity. It would be nice if they are also curious about the world and want to learn, grow and build something together.