About

Sarah Walji is a Registered Nurse presently working within an acute mental health setting in Ontario while simultaneously completing her master’s degree in global health, specifically focusing upon child brides and mental health. She currently represents young nurses internationally as a board member with the global campaign Nursing Now. Sarah has been an active voice for youth and early career nurses within global health, advocating for inclusion, engagement and further leadership opportunity. Sarah has presented to audiences in Qatar, Singapore, the UK, the United States etc.. as well as engaged within her local community as a mental health educator, specifically exploring culturally competent mental health care and perceptions. Sarah has also participated in global healthcare service delivery in South America and the Middle East.

Tags: 
Health Policy & Systems,
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs),
Social Determinants of Health,
Emerging Leader,
Community Health