Alnaaze (she/her) weaves her global experiences into compelling narratives. Born to Indo-Pakistani immigrant parents from Africa and raised in Canada, she brings a unique multi-cultural perspective to her work, trying to find a tentative balance between cultural expectation and modern wishes and dreams: a difficult thread to needle at the best of times. Coupled with her two decades of international aid experience, she offers insights into human suffering and resilience. Her writing explores the intersection of individual stories and broader societal issues, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of our world.