Zaria joined Housing Justice Center in September 2021 as a paralegal. Zaria attended Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and graduated summa cum laude in 2021. Zaria graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Philosophy and Sociology with a specialization in Diversity and Social Justice along with a minor in Black Studies. Zaria is passionate about expanding and protecting the resources provided to members of protected classes who are often disadvantaged by the systems functioning in society. Zaria is especially interested in dismantling mechanisms that disenfranchise people from accessing sufficient legal advocacy. Zaria is a native of St. Paul, Minnesota and is excited to have the opportunity to work alongside the HJC team to positively impact her hometown. In her spare time, Zaria enjoys spending time with family, watching TV, and listening to music.