Ph.D. Candidate in Disability Studies and Occupational Therapist
University of Illinois Chicago
Elnaz Alimi is a PhD student in Disability Studies at the University of Illinois Chicago and an occupational therapist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She has extensive clinical and research experience working with refugee and asylum-seeking populations, particularly in the context of trauma, community participation, and mental health. Elnaz has contributed to several interdisciplinary research projects focused on participation, inclusion, and trauma-informed care for displaced individuals. Her work emphasizes community-based, participatory approaches to occupational therapy, and she is dedicated to advancing evidence-based practices that support the rights and well-being of marginalized groups.
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