Dr. Saima Hirani is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia. Her research interests relate to mental health and mental health promotion, particularly for vulnerable and high-risk populations. Her research focuses on what factors and interventions can enhance the capacity of individuals, families, and communities to take control of their mental health and support others’ well-being. Working with multidisciplinary teams, her research provides key insights to guide healthcare providers, researchers, and policymakers to improve practices and approaches to mental health promotion.