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Dr. Zabina Bhasin, lovingly known as Dr. Zee, has spent over two decades transforming the lives of children through her work in child psychiatry and healthcare leadership. A Cornell-educated expert, Dr. Zee believes passionately in the power and urgency of youth voices. She is dedicated to amplifying these voices, ensuring they are not only heard but also understood and acted upon.
As the founder of In KidZ, a pioneering EdTech-Toy company, Dr. Zee champions multicultural education and emotional wellness for children. Her work is more than a career—it's a calling. Through the "Listen to the KidZ" movement, Dr. Zee creates a platform where young people can freely express their needs and aspirations, actively listening to them and empowering them to shape their futures. Her groundbreaking series "Listen to the KidZ" and the weekly segment "Kids for Democracy" give children a voice, making her a vital figure in youth advocacy.
Dr. Zee's commitment to destigmatizing mental health is evident in her collaborations with organizations like Sesame Street and On Our Sleeves. Her upcoming book, Listen to the KidZ: Guiding the Next Generation, offers essential guidance for parents, educators, and anyone invested in children’s well-being. Dr. Zee’s vision is clear: to create a future with our children, not just for them.
Recognized for her impact, Dr. Zee has appeared on platforms like Good Morning America and in publications such as Vogue. Named among Forbes NEXT 1000 Entrepreneurs, she is a celebrated figure in the industry, known for her work in advocating against bullying, promoting mental health awareness, and championing diversity and inclusion. Her leadership extends to building one of the only integrative cancer centers in the San Fernando Valley, showcasing her commitment to innovative and inclusive healthcare.
Dr. Zee’s approach is holistic, believing that the mental health of children should be nurtured by a collective effort involving parents, educators, and community leaders. Her Transformative Youth & Women’s Development Program builds resilience, enhances social and emotional learning, and empowers youth voices, setting a new standard for engagement and advocacy.
Her message is simple yet profound: every child's voice matters. By fostering environments where youth feel seen, heard, and safe, Dr. Zee is not just changing individual lives—she is reshaping the future. Through every initiative, Dr. Zee exemplifies the impact of compassion, dedication, and innovation, inspiring us all to listen, engage, and create a better world for the next generation.
Dr. Zee is more than a leader—she is a storyteller, an advocate, and a beacon of hope, leading a movement that transforms how we see and support our youth.
Speaking Topics:
- Positive Parenting Tips: Strategies for nurturing, supporting, and guiding children in a positive, constructive way. Navigating Parent-Child Relationships Strengthening communication, understanding, and bonds between parents and children.
- Child and Adolescent Growth: Navigating puberty, gender identity and expression, transitions, sexual orientation, sex, mental health, drugs and alcohol, and other significant milestones and topics in a child's life.
Self-Care for Parents and Children: Advocating for the importance of self-care in maintaining healthy family dynamics.
"Zabina brings excellence and professionalism to everything she does. Her insights into child psychology and child development are invaluable. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with her as we work towards providing mental health resources and tools for our communities."
"Zabina brings excellence and professionalism to everything she does. Her insights into child psychology and child development are invaluable. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with her as we work towards providing mental health resources and tools for our communities."