Yusra Shafi

MSc Candidate, Columbia University (MSc) The University of Toronto, St. George (HBSc)

About Yusra Shafi

Hello! My name is Yusra, and I graduated from the University of Toronto, St. George, in 2023. I'm now currently doing my MSc. in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution at Columbia University. 

My Laidlaw research utilizes the concepts of Self-determination theory, and focused on analyzing the biggest barriers to a 'positive' university experience, possible solutions that can be enacted, and how all these factors influenced student mental health. 

My work now spans the intersection of mental health, conflict resolution, and social justice. I work as a Case Manager at an anti-human trafficking organization, and also work in the climate justice space with Canadian civil society.

I am a/an:

Undergraduate Leadership & Research Scholar

University

University of Toronto

Laidlaw Cohort Year

2021

Research Topic

Behavioural Studies Education Mental Health Psychology Society & Culture Sociology

Area of Expertise

Diversity and Inclusion Health Leadership Science

I am from:

Kuwait

I speak:

Arabic English Urdu

My hobbies/interests are:

Art Crafts & DIY Film & TV Music Nature & environment Photography Podcasts Politics & current events Reading Theatre Travelling Volunteering Writing/blogging

I am open to participating in mentoring/buddy programmes

Yes

Influencer Of

Topics

Channels contributed to:

Research

Rooms participated in:

University of Toronto

Recent Comments

Nov 02, 2021

So proud of you, Sophia!!