Zureen Kazmi - Director

Tell us a bit about yourself! What's your day job, your interests, your life look like?

I am a lawyer. I practice in the areas of residential and commercial real estate, wills and estates, and corporate.  I enjoy reading (fiction, occasionally history or politics).  I am an avid quilter and occasional knitter.

Why did you choose to join the Board at NHA, (and if relevant, your particular seat)? How long have you been with us?

I joined the board because I was interested in serving with a non profit organization and I was very interested in Norfolk’s philosophy and the mixed income housing model.  I have been a board member since 2021.

What is one thing you've learned about affordable housing since joining the Board?

That there are multiple types of affordable housing and they all serve a purpose. The mixed income model is one approach but not the only one.

What's your favourite thing about NHA, or something you wish everyone knew?

My favourite thing about NHA is the non-financial benefits of mixed income housing for residents and for the larger community.  

What's a quote or sentiment you live by?

Do unto others as you would have done to you.

Coffee or tea?

Neither!  I can’t stand the smell or taste of coffee and I think tea is weirdly flavoured water. If I am absolutely pressed to consume caffeine in liquid form, then I will drink tea with a lot of sugar and milk.