My expertise spans government and international development institutions, civil society, and business. At the heart of my work lies a keen interest in the convergence of technology, sustainability, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and international development, and supporting the rise of a creative feminine leadership. Born and raised in Morocco, I have worked and traveled across Europe, Africa, and the Americas and Asia, developing and nurturing impact tech enabled creative ventures with different communities and organizations. I am currently focused on nurturing the burgeoning leadership movement among Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color (BIWOC), supporting emerging entrepreneurs and philanthropists, and fostering cultural innovators who are driving global impact. I love to dance, particularly Gaga dance and Afro-Brazilian funk.
HOW DO YOU EMBRACE DIVERSITY AND/OR UNCONVENTIONALITY?
As a multi-hyphenate Arab African working globally, I aim to connect with mavericks and outliers, amplify our superpowers for service, and enhance my skills in finding the alchemy of what's possible and uniting people.
HOW DO YOU EXPRESS YOURSELF CREATIVELY?
I am the author of Being Other, a personal reflection on culture, gender, and identity.
I believe that reclaiming one’s otherness as a creative superpower is key to achieving wholesome success and positive impact. Women from the Global South and minority groups can greatly change the world when they recognize their creative power instead of being hindered by perceived otherness.
HOW DO YOU THINK YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO THE COMMUNITY? WHAT DO YOU FEEL YOU ARE AN EXPERT IN AND COULD GIVE ADVICE TO THE COMMUNITY ON?
My work is aimed at most directly impacting… * trajectories of Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color changemakers by activating and supporting their creative leadership. I focus on BIWOC-led startups that are passionate about creating positive impacts in the areas of climate change, biodiversity preservation, education and health.
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