Roya Aboosaidi is a Work Study student at the University of Toronto, St. George Campus, where she is set to graduate with an Honours Bachelor’s degree, having completed a double major in International Relations and Political Science. Fluent in Spanish and French, with proficiency in Italian, Roya has effectively contributed to various catalogues by compiling sources in these languages. Her academic and professional interests are centered around international human rights, with a special focus on women’s rights in the Middle East.
Roya has shown strong leadership as the President of Trinity College Women in Leadership for two years, where she has been committed to empowering women within the academic community. Her work with Women Poets Iranica has particularly enriched her understanding of cultural and literary contributions to women’s rights, providing a unique lens to analyze the progression of female empowerment. Additionally, Roya has been an active member of Cinema Iranica, where she has contributed by compiling books on Iranian cinema in different languages.