Hiya is an aspiring social policy analyst who is passionate about pursuing a career in addressing multilateral public health issues through an intersectional and place-based lens. She has completed her Honours BA in Economics and Political Science at McMaster University and she is now pursing her MA in Research for Policy and Evaluation at Western University. Hiya also currently serves as the project lead of Stay Woke, a GTA-based social justice movement started by youth who hope to advocate through art, digital media and intersectional cultural events. Hiya is excited to bringing her research background and enthusiasm to the SZC group!