.257 Reem Al Shabeeb

Reem is basically the textbook definition of what it means to be kind and caring. She so clearly spends every day being true to herself and treats those around her with direct compassion and understanding. When she joined the TEDx team back in college, it was as if a rose had bloomed — her sweetness toward me and the entire team was palpable and deeply appreciated.

Over the past year, which has been difficult for just about everyone, Reem has continually reached out to me with messages of support. Whether it was when I was furloughed or just to send love about my project, Reem was always there to remind me of my confidence. Her big heart and beautiful mind are constantly on display through her generous words and acts of kindness. It’s inspiring to know Reem and to watch her achieve the goals and ambitions that she’s set her mind on.

Reem, thank you for being so encouraging to me and of my own goals and projects. Thank you for your honesty and empathetic perspective. Thank you for the hard and important work that you’ve done so far and for the even more important work that is yet to come in your exciting career! Thank you for being a part of the TEDx journey with me and the team, and thank you for your ideas and helpful eye. Thank you for being so genuine and sweet. Thank you, Reem, for being you.

-BD