Sadaf is an educator in urbanism, placemaking, and built heritage, employing experiential learning to connect theory with practice. She has received multiple individual and team accolades for teaching excellence. She leads curriculum design and implementation in close collaboration with institutional and industry partners, with a focus on strengthening youth engagement in sustainability. She also serves on the steering committee of the AUN-EEC, providing strategic guidance to expand its membership and advance sustainability education among ASEAN institutions of higher learning, youth, and public stakeholders. Grounded in professional practice at the intersection of architecture, urban design, and landscape, Sadaf’s teaching and research emphasise placemaking and sustainability. Beyond the classroom, she curates activities that encourage the exploration of heritage, culture, and the arts, while actively fostering a culture of care and well-being within the student community.