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After 15 years of investing, our biggest learning is that truly great founders have something that is almost impossible to fake: deeply…
After 15 years of investing, our biggest learning is that truly great founders have something that is almost impossible to fake: deeply…
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My dad was a mechanic, he stood outside of AutoZone waiting to get his next clients. My mom has been (and is still) a housekeeper. And yet here I…
My dad was a mechanic, he stood outside of AutoZone waiting to get his next clients. My mom has been (and is still) a housekeeper. And yet here I…
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5 ways in which Breshna is a game changer 😆 for education 1️⃣ Access Without Barriers Video games are powerful teaching tools but often costly…
5 ways in which Breshna is a game changer 😆 for education 1️⃣ Access Without Barriers Video games are powerful teaching tools but often costly…
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Experience
Education
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The George Washington University
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Activities and Societies: LUMS Adventure Society
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Activities and Societies: President of Peer Teaching Society
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Volunteer Experience
Publications
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A Decade of Development: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Research in Sub-Saharan Africa
The report focuses on research output and citation impact, important indicators of the strength of a region’s research enterprise. These indicators are correlated with the region’s long-term development and important drivers of economic success. Moreover, research is a key ingredient for quality higher education.
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Courses
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Advanced Microeconomics
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Corporate Finance
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Development Economics
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Econometrics
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Education Projects in Africa
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International Business Finance
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Simulations and Games in International Development
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Projects
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Breshna
Breshna is a platform that empowers users to create, share and monetize their own purposeful video games with no code & at lightning speed, think Canva for video games!
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MoHiM
Our latest project MoHiM is a game that busts myths around menstrual health and hygiene. The word itself means “an effort” in the Urdu language and spells out MHM, the acronym for Menstrual Hygiene Management. The stigma around “that time of the month” is so severe that women and girls around the world, especially those living in marginalized communities, are unable to access the information that they need to manage their period in a healthy, hygienic and dignified manner.
MoHiM raises…Our latest project MoHiM is a game that busts myths around menstrual health and hygiene. The word itself means “an effort” in the Urdu language and spells out MHM, the acronym for Menstrual Hygiene Management. The stigma around “that time of the month” is so severe that women and girls around the world, especially those living in marginalized communities, are unable to access the information that they need to manage their period in a healthy, hygienic and dignified manner.
MoHiM raises menstrual health awareness through a fun myth-busting game and brings the dialogue to the forefront; educating and creating champions who are eager to eradicate MHM shame!
For the women who dare,
and the men who care,
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StereoWiped
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StereoWiped is a social impact game that aims at breaking racial, gender and professional stereotypes. Developed under my social venture, GRID, and recognised at the UN PeaceAPP competition, the game is available for download on the App Store. https://appsto.re/us/Szz95.i
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Honors & Awards
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Elliott School’s Wilbur J. Carr Prize
George Washington University - Elliott School
Awarded to a graduate student in recognition both for academic achievement and contributions to the life of The George Washington University
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The 2015 Andrew E. Rice Award for Leadership and Innovation by a Young Professional in International Development
Society of International Development
The recipient of this award demonstrates leadership and innovation, as well as tremendous promise for advancement in the field of international development.
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GWU Knapp Fellowship for Entrepreneurial Service-Learning
George Washington University - Centre for Civic Engagement and Public Service
The award is a catalyst for new ideas and a way for students to turn their education into action.
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Best For-Profit Social Venture Prize
GW Business Plan Competition
The GW Business Plan Competition provides GW students, faculty, staff and alumni with a real-world educational experience in developing, testing, and launching their own startup ventures. The Business Plan Competition is one of the largest collegiate business plan competitions in the country.
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Public Service Grant Award
GWUpstart
Public Service grants make it possible for GW students to harness their passions for changing the world through innovative student-led projects.
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