Komal Faiz arrived from Pakistan in 2015. She came to study for a master's degree and, even after some rejections, she was able to land a job in her field.

She talks about the self-criticism that she faced back then and how she overcame the challenge.

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Learn more about Komal Faiz

Komal Faiz

Komal is the founder of 'Wanderlite' and a co-author in the book 'Contentious Cities.' She moved to Canada in 2015 to take her business global and get a Masters's degree.

She's a researcher, designer, and innovator. Her research and business focus on travelling, mobility for women, identity, and finding oneself.

Get in touch with Komal

Website: wanderlite.coInstagram: @anordinarytraveljournalLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/komal-faiz