Dr Zakeera Ganie, completed her PhD in Occupational Therapy, in May 2021. She is an occupational therapist and academic with two decades of experience spanning clinical practice, research, teaching, and community outreach. Her professional journey is rooted in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, particularly focusing on support for neurodivergent populations. She is committed to advancing the field through evidence-based practice, research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student mentorship.