Dr. Sukaina Dada has dedicated over 16 years to advancing the health and well-being of children, with a particular emphasis on addressing the health disparities faced by racialized and newcomer children with disabilities. A passionate advocate for the protection of children's rights worldwide, she has consistently worked to ensure that vulnerable children receive the care and support they are entitled to. Dr. Dada is a paediatric occupational therapist with extensive experience working with children and youth with disabilities in diverse community and healthcare settings. As the founder and CEO of SMILE Canada - Support Services, a Canadian charity, Dr. Dada spearheads initiatives aimed at supporting newcomer children and youth with disabilities and their families. Her grassroots efforts have had a profound impact on policy, particularly in advocating for anti-racism, safer spaces, and culturally responsive support and resources. Dr. Dada holds a PhD in Critical Disability Studies from the School of Health Policy and Management at York University, where her research focused on the intersection of displacement and disability. She recently completed a visiting postdoctoral fellowship at York University, where she developed an artificial intelligence-based search engine to support global disability advocates, in collaboration with the UNCRPD Secretariat.