STEM Journey: Development & Mentorship

Kiddy brings over 15 years of experience across the nonprofit, education, and community sectors, with deep expertise in strategic leadership, growth, and organizational change. Rooted in her own journey as an immigrant and shaped by her work across multiple countries and communities, her career is guided by the conviction that stronger communities begin with equitable access to education and opportunity. Prior to joining Visions, she served as an Executive Director, and led large-scale higher-education programs across five countries, and worked as a college instructor. As a coach and mentor, she consistently shapes the paths of students, young leaders, and newcomers navigating new systems and career pathways. Kiddy operates and thrives at the nexus people, access, and possibility. She is deeply passionate about her work at Visions, where STEM becomes a tool for self-determination and where values are translated into meaningful and tangible impact for the communities that need it most.

Shanyah brings over ten years of nonprofit experience and a background in Child and Youth Care to Visions. Since joining as a Site Lead in Summer 2025, she has transitioned into her current role as Coordinator. Her journey is defined by mobilizing resources for community initiatives and supporting youth through culturally relevant programming. Shanyah is moved by helping youth reach their full potential during their transition to post-secondary education. She enjoys working at Visions for the endless opportunities that bring growth and the reward of seeing the next generation of STEM leaders flourish.

Zenab works at the intersection of STEM education, youth engagement, and community impact. As the Manager of Jr. Youth Programs, she aims to create inclusive opportunities for Black and marginalized youth to explore technology and leadership. Her background spans experiential learning, community programming, and event coordination, having previously led coding and mentorship initiatives across North America and Nairobi. Zenab is most moved by watching young people begin to truly believe in themselves and find their voices. She loves working at Visions because the organization doesn’t just talk about equity; they live it every day.

After spending a decade in the private sector, Tarek transitioned into the social impact space as a Program Manager. He brings strong organizational skills and hands-on experience leading youth-focused programs that help underrepresented youth build career-ready skills and confidence. He’s passionate about creating meaningful experiences that support youth in developing their identity during an important stage of their lives. Tarek enjoys working at Visions because it gives him the opportunity to combine his passion for personal development with meaningful social impact, alongside a collaborative and supportive team that is deeply committed to creating lasting community impact.