Khadijah was born in New York City and knows Harlem well. She grew up near Schomburg Library and attended P.S 197, P.S 175, Wadleigh Secondary School and Choir Academy of Harlem.

She went on to graduate from SUNY Purchase and has spent a majority of her career working with nonprofit organizations. Advocacy through education is a large part of how she chooses to serve her community. 

Khadijah has two dogs and enjoys the competition of sports and debates. She also loves to sit down and read a good book.