She holds a Bachelor's of Education degree from the University of Education, Winneba. Linat is also a gender activist and campaigner for equal rights and opportunities for girls, young women, and teenagers in Ghana. She is the founder and Executive Director of Teen Talk Ghana, a well-established NGO that champions the rights of teenagers and young women. Upon her return as a Mandela Washington Fellow, Linat plans to use her experience from the public management track to enhance the quality of education in her region, and train and empower young fellows.