Professionally, I have 6+ years of industry experience in Banking and Renewable energy with an emphasis on Water treatment. I am passionate about actively striving for a better tomorrow and I believe the fundamentals of achieving this are through kindness and education. If I had to describe myself in 6 words, I would say I am Friendly, Versatile, Goal-driven, Target-oriented and an animal lover.

Being realistic and practical, I need to plan accordingly so I have time to do everything on my agenda. I lay out priorities and plan my activities accordingly to my set deadlines for work-related items and assignment submissions for the university. I prioritize assignments that are due in the short term but also allow myself enough time to complete my day-to-day tasks in time to avoid stress and last-minute work. To avoid procrastination, I tried to maintain momentum and ensure productivity, whilst also remembering that a day only has 24 hours and therefore, I need to do what is within my capabilities during an allocated number of hours in the day and then dedicate the rest to relax or unwind.

I believe a leader is someone with the ability to inspire hope during trying times. Leaders fight for what is right despite the adversity’s life throws their way. They wake up in the morning intending to lead bravely, kindly, and passionately in the hope that one day they will be able to inspire someone else to look at life and see possibilities instead of hurdles.

The present crisis in my home country is a movement not led by one individual, but instead a cluster of young and old that knew what they deserved and would not settle for less. It was a movement led by patriotism and void of segregation between age, gender, class or religion. It was a united front – the most profound global event to witness because the people of my home, together, stood up for equality, justice and freedom.

It is important, that everything is taken in slowly. Accept the fact that it is not easy to balance two aspects of your life at the same time. It is imperative one plans beforehand and makes time to go easy on themselves and yet not compromise on efficiency. It is difficult but not impossible and that belief will help one come a long way. My advice to students would be to always remember the negatives and yet emerge positive in every situation. It does get easier.