Areej is a BA (Hons) graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University. She has 7+ years of experience working with and successfully advocating for marginalized groups, such as: women, children, 2SLGBTQIA+ populations, immigrants and newcomers to Canada, people with short and long-term physical and mental disabilities, and racialized groups. Areej also has extensive knowledge in project coordination, and has used qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and processes throughout her academic and professional career. With a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, she looks forward to contributing to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and driving impactful outcomes.