Student Volunteer - Plum tree park Elementary school
- Supported students with academic tasks through one-on-one and small-group assistance, reinforcing classroom lessons and supporting learning goals.
- Assisted with the Breakfast Club program by helping prepare and distribute meals, ensuring students began the day supported and ready to learn.
- Supervised students during recess, lunch, and transitions, promoting safety, inclusion, and positive peer interactions.
- Provided emotional and behavioral support to students experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, or difficulty with self-regulation, using calm and supportive strategies.
- Supported students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by assisting with routines, communication, sensory regulation, and social skill development.
- Helped create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supported students' emotional well-being and sense of belonging.
- Supported student participation in choir activities.
Program Assistant (Ramadan Activities) - Safa & Marwa Islamic School
(2026-06 - 2026-07)
I helped run activities for kids during the month of Ramadan, working with children of different age groups to create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment.
- Supporting children in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
- Showing kids how to do arts and crafts and helping them complete their projects.
- Planning, organizing, and playing engaging games to encourage teamwork, creativity, and participation.
- Encouraging positive behaviour and helping children interact and communicate effectively with each other.
- Assisting with setting up and tidying activity spaces to ensure a clean and organized environment.
- Observing children's participation and providing guidance or support as needed to foster learning and confidence.
- Collaborating with other volunteers to ensure smooth execution of daily activities and events.
Community Volunteer - Minhaj Sister Canada
Minhaj Sister Canada is a community where Muslim women from different backgrounds come together in a safe, supportive space. We focus on empowering women through spiritual education, workshops, fundraising, and fun events that bring people together. We also engage in community outreach, like supporting food banks and organizing charity fundraisers. My volunteering helps support these activities, all aimed at uplifting women and giving back to the community.
- Homelessness Feeding Program (Christmas): Assisted in organizing and distributing warm meals and essential supplies to homeless individuals during the holiday season, helping to ensure they received nourishment and support during a difficult time.
- Food Bank Volunteer: Supported the food bank by sorting, packing, and distributing food items efficiently to individuals and families facing food insecurity, maintaining a respectful and compassionate approach.
- Fundraising: Actively volunteered at a charity basketball tournament and coordinated a bake sale event, contributing to raising funds and awareness. All proceeds from these activities were donated to support humanitarian aid.
- Community Events: Helped plan a Wonderland trip and a picnic that included painting activities and meaningful discussions about mental health and women's empowerment.
