A Nigerian Canadian, Ganiyat is an advocate passionate about eliminating systemic barriers marginalized communities face. These interests are reflective of the @IAmXMovement, a social community founded by Ganiyat that seeks to raise awareness of the injustices faced by Black, Indigenous and racialized individuals, and to provide a safe space to share their experiences. She also co-founded and serves as the Co-Executive Officer External of the Black Inclusion Association, a novel non-profit that aims to achieve equity and social justice for Black Albertans. Ganiyat holds a BA in Honours Political Science and a BA in International Relations with an Embedded Certificate in Pluralism and Global Citizenship from the University of Calgary. She is currently pursuing her Masters in International Affairs with a specialization in International Development Policy with a Collaborative Program in African Studies at Carleton University. In February 2023, Ganiyat was selected as a Prime Minister’s Youth Council member