Maleka El Naghi, She/Her/Hers
Hi, my name is Maleka El Naghi! I’m a fourth year student at McMaster University where I’m currently majoring in Biology and completing a concurrent certificate in Philosophy for applied ethics and policy. My academic interests include bioethics and health policy, and I’m interested in pursuing my master’s in Public Health. Outside of academics I am currently apart of the McMaster Community Garden, where we provide harvest for those facing food insecurity in Hamilton. In my downtime I love to crochet, cook and try new foods, and listen to ever indie playlist on Spotify.
Before applying to CityLAB, I was enrolled to complete my honours thesis in molecular biology. However, the more I read about SIR, the more I realized I wasn’t going to feel the most fulfilled working in a lab, but rather working within the community. Hamilton has become a home away from home for me, and I felt it was important I spent my last year at McMaster giving back. So far, I have learned so much about project management and how to engage in fulfilling and meaningful dialogue. I’m excited for what my team’s project on Climate Change Resiliency in Hamilton will bring about, and to use the skills learned in class to connect with the community on the climate change emergency.