Born in Dubai, Fatima’s family immigrated to Canada and eventually to the United States to find a safe haven away from the Gulf War. As a Muslim, immigrant and woman of color, Fatima learned from a very young age what it felt like not to belong. However, she also learned the power that comes from fighting for her rights and building community. Fatima continued her medical studies, but found her passion as an educator and turned to become a teacher. She began training a cross-country team, obtained her teaching credentials and began working as a teacher at Watts.
Our schools and other vital buildings are breaking down, our roads and sidewalks need major renovations, and our aging water pipes have cost families their health and their money. Our families want to enjoy the basic human right of sustainable, functional infrastructure.