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Sukaina Abbas

Toronto,ON

Summary

Undergraduate student at the University of Toronto Scarborough, double majoring in Biochemistry and Psychology, with extensive experience in community outreach, youth education, and equity-focused initiatives. Passionate about building inclusive, anti-oppressive spaces through work with organizations such as the UTSC Women & Trans Centre, Science Fuse, and Next Generation Pakistan. With lived experience navigating intersecting identities, brings a deep understanding of representation, restorative justice, and grassroots organizing. Known for strong communication, social media coordination, and creative event planning grounded in care, collaboration, and cultural awareness.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

UTSC Women & Trans Centre
Toronto, Ontario
03.2025 - Current
  • Helped ensure the Centre remained open and accessible to students during regular hours.
  • Maintained a clean, welcoming, and inclusive environment in alignment with anti-oppressive values.

Volunteer

Next Generation Pakistan
Lahore, Pakistan
09.2020 - 08.2023
  • Contributed to several community-based initiatives including summer internships at underprivileged schools and local plantation drives.
  • Volunteered in Project Pehchaan, supporting the rights and visibility of the marginalized transgender community in Pakistan through educational and outreach efforts.
  • Participated in a Christmas Drive at an underprivileged church, distributing gifts and necessities to children and families.
  • Gained hands-on experience in grassroots activism and inclusive program delivery across diverse communities.

Legal Intern

Mirza Law Company
Lahore, Pakistan
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Conducted legal research and helped draft official documents.
  • Strengthened professional communication while engaging with diverse clients.

Sales Associate

Outfitters
Lahore, Pakistan
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Exceeded sales targets through relationship-building and promotional outreach.
  • Maintained a welcoming environment and collaborated with theteam for store success

Teaching Assistant

FG Girls Model High School
Skardu, Pakistan
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Supported classroom management and grading at an under-resourced girls' school.
  • Adapted teaching approaches to meet the needs of younger students.

Community Engagement & Arts Intern

Deaf Reach School
Lahore, Pakistan
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Facilitated inclusive art, science, and sports activities for deaf students (Grades 1–9).
  • Fostered creativity, accessibility, and self-expression through visual communication and patience.

Equity & Research Volunteer

Science Fuse
Lahore, Pakistan
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Produced educational content such as “Ask a Scientist” videos and experimental scripts.
  • Researched and created social media content for the Safe Space for Girls and Remarkable Women in STEM initiatives.
  • Collaborated on online classes as a teaching assistant, fostering inclusive science education.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Toronto Scarborough
Toronto, None
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Beaconhouse School System
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
05-2022

Skills

  • Gender Justice & Equity Advocacy
  • Canva & Social Media Content Creation
  • Event Coordination & Promotion
  • Public Speaking & Facilitation
  • Communication (Oral & Written)
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Design Thinking & Creative Problem-Solving
  • Multilingual: English, Urdu, Hindi, Balti

Certification

  • Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C
  • EMTP 21 Certificate
  • WWFPAK Certificate

Timeline

Volunteer

UTSC Women & Trans Centre
03.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

Outfitters
07.2024 - 08.2024

Legal Intern

Mirza Law Company
12.2023 - 08.2024

Teaching Assistant

FG Girls Model High School
12.2023 - 08.2024

Community Engagement & Arts Intern

Deaf Reach School
06.2021 - 07.2022

Equity & Research Volunteer

Science Fuse
12.2020 - 01.2022

Volunteer

Next Generation Pakistan
09.2020 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Toronto Scarborough

High School Diploma -

Beaconhouse School System

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