Inayah Fathima Faeez

Inayah Fathima Faeez is a passionate young writer and avid reader from GEMS United Indian School in Abu Dhabi. With a deep love for storytelling, Inayah aspires to become a world-renowned author—one whose words can inspire awareness, action, and change.

Her writing is driven by a strong commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Inayah believes that true development must be inclusive, long-lasting, and rooted in environmental and social responsibility for future generations. This belief is powerfully reflected in her award-winning story Nursing the Future, which earned first place in the Voices of Future Generations Middle East initiative.

Inayah is also a Youth Ambassador for the Goals Project 2025, where she champions the value of global collaboration and “Partnerships for the Goals.” She envisions communities that lead by example—embracing sustainability, equity, and innovation as everyday values. Curious and multifaceted, Inayah enjoys reading across genres, exploring scientific and philosophical theories, watching motorsports, and conducting research on topics that expand her understanding of the world. Through her writing and advocacy, she hopes to make a lasting impact and encourage young people everywhere to help build a more sustainable future.