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.
COVID-19 has dramatically changed many of our lives, and we deserve a government that will respond swiftly and justly to ensure we all receive the support we need and deserve.
We can’t wait any longer for plans for both a quick response and long-term recovery to COVID-19.