Aida Murad is an Economist turned Artist, recognized globally for her innovative approach to using art as a tool for social impact. After a health trauma left her semi-paralyzed for 4.5 years, she turned to art, using her fingers and eyes closed to create powerful fine art. Aida is the Author of Life is a Miracle, that aims to remind people about the beauty of life through art. She led workshops for over 10,000 people worldwide, and had art collaborations with notable figures including Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, John Densmore of The Doors, and organizations such as X Moonshot Factory, MIT, and the World Bank. Her work, which has been showcased in 37 exhibitions and featured in TED and the UN, highlights art's role in the spectrum of healing to innovation. Aida is the Inaugural Artist in Residence at Georgetown University's Lombardi Cancer Center and the first Artivist Fellow for Seeds of Peace. Before transitioning into the arts, Aida managed over $300 million in funds for economic development and supported social start-ups.