Zafira standing facing the camera over her shoulder

Author. Consultant. Advocate.

Children’s books, reflections, & narratives of identity.

HR

From policies to people, designing & transforming leadership and teams.

From panels to keynotes, centering story and systems.

Justice, access, and inclusion across civic and cultural spaces.

 Disability & end-of-life support for families and systems.

Interviews, Articles and Featured content.

Featured Projects

Two children high-five each other outside the Ismaili Center Toronto

A sensory-rich activity and story book — Join Hamida and Shiraz as they navigate identity, culture, community and belonging – learning values and building relationships throughout. (Ages 6+)

Caregiving & Culture - The Telus Fund

 

A spotlight on caregiving, identity, and emotional labour — this 60-second Facebook soundbyte was created in collaboration by LA Media for the TELUS fund “Stories for Caregivers” Project; honouring families navigating complexity.

Featured Books in the My Ismaili Ecosystem

The First Safar

An introductory activity book for early learners, on a journey through the ABC's of Ismaili life. This book, created for age 3+ is available in two sizes for at home or in community settings.

Reflections

A guided journal holding space for self-discovery and spirituality. Available August 1, 2025

Hardcover not currently available on Amazon.ca. Order from Amazon.com or limited copies available from Zafira directly.

Mehendi Mood

Reflections & Musings from the Blog

Tracing identity through food, memory, and those who shaped my world.

Meet Zafira

I’m a writer, consultant, and community advocate working at the intersection of care, culture, and complexity. Stories help us move through what’s hard and make sense of what’s next.  That’s one way I support individuals and organizations during transitions — leadership change, complex care planning, or the quieter moments that don’t always get named.

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My Approach

I care about how people are treated—especially during times of transition. Whether I’m supporting organizations, guiding families, or building systems with equity in mind, I work in ways that are intentional, practical, and deeply human.