BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Shareema Houston serves as an At-Large Board Member of The Aafiyah Project, contributing over two decades of professional experience as a civil and environmental engineer. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering. Currently residing in Texas, Ms. Houston is actively pursuing certification to teach mathematics at the middle and high school levels.

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Motivated by a deep commitment to education and the holistic well-being of the Muslim community, Ms. Houston joined The Aafiyah Project to help address the critical intersections of mental and physical health. Her involvement is inspired by a longstanding personal connection to the organization’s founder and a shared vision of cultivating safe, supportive spaces where individuals can engage in open dialogue and access wellness resources.

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Ms. Houston envisions a future in which The Aafiyah Project expands its reach nationally and globally, empowering communities around the world to lead healthier, more balanced lives through culturally responsive and inclusive programming.