Saarah Sherifi
Leadership

Her Health: Founder and President
Her Health is an organization which aims to educate women about their reproductive health and rights, while promoting an inclusive space for all women. We attempt to de-stigmatize the talk surrounding women's sexual health by inviting speakers, such as gynecologists, and encouraging questions among participants in a judgement-free space. In addition, we give back to the community by hosting feminine hygiene product drives, and plan on partnering with like-minded RSOs on campus such as Period and PPGA. After the post-Roe decision, we are currently preparing to distribute a birth control pamphlet with resources to UCF students in the hope that everyone has the knowledge and help they need to make their own choices about their reproductive and sexual health.

Health Awareness and Prevention Society: President
The Health Awareness and Prevention Society is an organization open to all majors with the goal to promote a healthy lifestyle for all students on campus! We provide lots of opportunities for members such as guest speakers who come in, volunteering with our sponsor Orlando Health, educational workshops and many more. We provide a welcoming environment for everyone. Currently, we are working with Gift of Life marrow registry.


Muslim Student Association: Vice President
The mission of MSA at UCF is to provide, in accordance with the teachings of Islam, religious services, social services, academic services, and community services along with spreading the beautiful message of Islam and engaging in interfaith. In addition, I helped plan the multicultural and unity festival in the Spring of 2020, and coordinated workshops with guest speakers, tabling, and managing meetings with the board.

Summer of 2021
ULEAD Inspire allowed me to continue my leadership journey since I successfully completed the two-year service-learning based LEAD Scholars academy program. Here, I was able to focus on women's studies. I conducted research on women and their career choices, and how society influences women towards lower-paying careers, which ultimately creates an imbalance.

Fall 2019 - Spring 2021
As a LEAD scholar, I was able to take initiative and directly impact my surrounding community through volunteering with the Clifford Heart Foundation, hosting my annual Thanksgiving Drive and partner with local Winn Dixie for BOGO donations, and founding Her Health. In addition, I was able to develop my leadership skills by learning effective models in leadership, service, and teamwork skills. Overall, being a part of the LEAD scholars academy helped facilitate my love for helping the community as a leader.
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