I was born and raised in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan.  Alhamdulillah, I have a tight knit family between my parents and three older brothers.  I've always been family and community oriented. A majority of my time growing up was spent either studying or doing activities with my family or friends.  I am from a vibrant, active Muslim community.  My family, friends, and I were able to enjoy halaqas or various lecture series from scholars/Imams. In my spare time, I enjoy arts and crafts and DIY activities, especially any projects or games I can do with my nieces and nephews.  I also enjoy sight seeing with my family/friends (theme parks, museums, zoo trips, etc).

In terms of education, I did a BS in biology with a minor in Spanish in Michigan. Then, I completed a doctoral degree in optometry in Texas.  I finished my training in July 2018 with a residency in Pennsylvania.  I’m currently working as an optometrist back home in Michigan.