Whether it’s about building inclusive workplaces, looking at talent acquisition strategy, building an internship program or leveraging data to lead conversations about diversity, equity and inclusion, Nadia understands deeply how HR can uphold oppressive systems and provides insightful ways to dismantle those systems in your organization.

From running her own campaign to providing counsel to elected officials, Nadia leverages her marketing and people expertise to talk about campaigning and running for office in local elections.

As the first Muslim elected city councilor in Oregon, Nadia understands the diverse Muslim community and has led pathways of inclusion such as introducing the first proclamation for Muslim American Heritage Month and convening community organizations to hold the first Eid festival in partnership with THPRD

As a former public school teacher, Nadia saw first-hand the ways kids are left behind in the classroom. She knows deeply why housing, transportation and economic justice are critical to building a brighter, better future for the community.

Grounded in her lived experiences as an outsider, Nadia finds healing in helping others find their voice and take space.