My name is Ridwana, and I am a person who stutters. I began volunteering with the CSA in 2024, initially helping to plan the ‘Let’s Talk’ workshops. That same year, I attended my first conference in Montreal, where I volunteered for the Youth Program. Now serving as a Social Media Coordinator, Board Member, and Conference and Events Planning Committee Member, my goal is to make meaningful contributions toward raising awareness and fostering understanding of stuttering. I aim to strengthen our online presence to better serve the initiatives that solidify the CSA’s mission, ensuring every person who stutters feels connected and heard. Volunteering has given me the wonderful opportunity to connect with the community, share my own story, and learn from the diverse experiences of others, and has allowed me to make meaningful connections.
A little more about me: I am a paralegal by profession. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a minor in Law from Concordia University and am currently pursuing my Master’s in Public Administration at the University of Saskatchewan. Outside of school and work, I enjoy taking long walks, exploring Montreal’s coffee shops, reading and reviewing books, writing articles, and trying out new activities.