Dr. Layla Khayr

Biography

Layla Khayr is a clinical social worker, researcher, and educator specializing in the field of social work. With over eight years of experience in providing social-emotional counseling, she has trained and supported private Islamic schools. Her research interests primarily explore the intersectionality of race, ethnicity, culture, religion, and values, particularly their influence on identity development and negotiation. Dedicated to cultivating spaces for emerging social workers, she emphasizes cultural humility and anti-oppressive approaches in her teaching. In the graduate classroom, Layla finds an exhilarating environment where her interests in social-emotional well-being, mental health outcomes for historically excluded populations, community care advocacy, and social justice converge. Her commitment to these areas drives her dedication to training future agents of change in the social work profession.

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