Sarah Fardeen – Canada

Sarah Fardeen

Country of Origin: Canada

Occupation/Title: Mental Health Professional · Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) Candidate

Organization/Company: University of Toronto

Summary/About

Sarah Fardeen is a global mental health professional and Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) candidate at the University of Toronto. She specializes in refugee and migrant mental health, trauma-informed care, and building public health systems that reflect the cultures and communities they serve.

With over a decade of experience in psychosocial programming, organizational wellness, and workplace culture, Sarah has worked across public service, academic, and humanitarian settings. She is the founder of MindMatters Bangladesh, a not-for-profit dedicated to community-based mental health awareness and education, and co-founder of the International Mental Health Association (IMHA), which advances global mental health equity. Her career reflects a deep commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive approaches to mental health and public health systems strengthening.

Areas of Expertise

• Mental Health
• Wellness
• Strategic Leadership

Professional Experience

• Founder – MindMatters Bangladesh: Established a not-for-profit organization focused on community-based mental health awareness and education.
• Co-Founder – International Mental Health Association (IMHA): Advanced global mental health equity through international collaboration and advocacy.

Skills

• Capacity Building
• Resource Mobilization
• Project Coordination
• Clinical Supervision

Additional Brief

Sarah Fardeen’s work highlights her dedication to advancing mental health equity worldwide. By combining her expertise in trauma-informed care with strategic leadership, she has contributed to building resilient communities and strengthening public health systems. Her initiatives continue to inspire global collaboration and promote culturally grounded approaches to mental health and wellness.