Speaking Engagements

07/02/2019 Florida International University. Department of Religion. Guest lecturer on “Fundamentals of Islamic Law”, Miami, FL USA
30/11/2018 Miami Dade College. Department of Religion. Guest lecturer and expert panel moderator on “Women in Islam”. Miami, FL USA
06/11/2018 An-Nisa Women’s Conference. Guest Speaker and Moderator on multiple panels with various topics concerning “Muslim Women”, Houston, TX USA
01/09/2018 Islamic Society of North America. Moderated a panel discussion on “Spiritual Bypass: What To Do In Times Of Crisis. Learning To Cater To Your Psychological Needs Along With Your Religious Beliefs”, Houston, TX USA
21/07/2018 Muslim Women’s Organization of South Florida (MWO SF). Mind, Body, Deen Series. Hosted and Moderated the Session: “The Art, Science, and Spirit of Happy Relationships”, Cooper City , FL USA.
16/05/2018 Davie-Rotary Club of Cooper City. Presented a talk on “Living a Purpose Driven Life with Public Service”, Cooper City, FL USA
28/04/2018 Darul Uloom Institute. Presenter, Annual Fundraising Banquet. Pembroke Pines, FL USA
14/04/2018 Muslim Women’s Organization of South Florida (MWO SF). Annual GEMS Of Islam Banquet. “Champions for Change: Uniting Hearts Through Faith and Service” Presented as Chairwoman of MWO SFL, Cooper City, FL USA
28/02/2018 Davie-Rotary Club of Cooper City. Presented a talk on “Live it up Foundation’s work in Uganda”, Cooper City, FL USA
April 29, 2017 Muslim Women’s Organization of South Florida (MWO SF). Annual GEMS Of Islam Banquet. “Women In Action: United We Serve for A Better World,” Presented as Chairwoman of MWO SFL, Cooper City, FL USA
March 10, 2017 Muslim Women’s Organization of South Florida (MWO SF). Mind, Body, Deen Series. Co-Hosted and Moderated the Session: “Keys to Happiness: Empowering Women for Wellness”, Sunrise , FL USA
May 1, 2016 Muslim Women’s Organization of South Florida (MWO SF). Annual GEMS Of Islam Banquet. “Women in Action: The Power of Faith, Service & Citizenship,” Presented as Chairwoman Of MWO SFL. Cooper City, FL USA
26/11/2016 Comunidad Desarrollo Group. Presented a talk on “How to self-publish children’s books”. November event hosted by Founder and Entrepreneurs Mai Assaf and Alia Greaney , Dubai, UAE
07/11/2016 Nur ul Islam Academy. School staff training & coaching on “Effective Parent Orientation”, Cooper City, Florida.
08/03/2016 City of Coconut Creek, Presented a talk on “spiritual similarities between Islam, Christianity and Judaism”. Cross-Cultural Night hosted by Vice Mayor and Coconut Creek City Commissioner Mikkie Belvedere, Coconut Creek, Florida.
28/02/2016 Muslim Women’s Organization of South Florida (MWO SF), Motivational Speaker on “Leading a Purpose Driven Life” at High Tea Social – Volunteer recruiting event, Coral Springs, Florida.
20/02/2016 Istanbul Cultural Center, Master of Ceremonies and Co-organizer of the Friendship Gala and Awards Dinner, Pompano Beach, Florida.
09/02/2016 City of Coconut Creek, Presented a talk on Turkish Culture and Society at the event: Cross-Cultural Night hosted by Vice Mayor and Coconut Creek City Commissioner Mikkie Belvedere, Coconut Creek, Florida.
23/01/2016 Deen Intensive Foundation, Master of Ceremonies for the event: A Light for Humanity – A Celebration of the Best of Creation, Cooper City, Florida.
24/7/2015 United Voices, Capitol Leadership Academy. Keynote speaker at the graduation commencement at George Washington University in Washington DC. Title: Live it up. Find your passion. Change the world.
27/1/2013 Guest Speaker at Hello magazine’s ‘Elevating Lunch’ with UAE’s top fashion designers. Topic: What is your legacy? How can you harness your inner talents and resources to live a purpose driven life? And ultimately cultivate happiness for yourself.
10_13/6/2012 CSR Summit 2012: Participated as a commentator on numerous panels to challenge the audience to consider alternative approaches to CRS from a non-profit perspective. Dubai, UAE. www.iirme.com/csrsummit
6/6/2012 INJAZ UAE, Served as a judge in the Annual Company Program Competition. Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dubai, UAE. You can reach about it here: www.injazuae.org/…
10/4/2012 Living Social. Invited to give an inspirational talk to the team on: ‘Recognizing Others’ – finding the passion to helping people outside of your immediate environment and how to do more.
16/5/2011 85 Broads. What’s Your Destiny? Speaking engagement titled: “Trailblazers: Defining Success on Their Own Terms”
10/5/2010 Dubai Cares & Emirates Foundation. Arab Foundations Forum (AFF). Presented: Building Effective Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships.
10/3/2010 Al AAN TV. Amira Show. Empowered Arab Women. From Media to Philanthropy. A personal journey.
17/2/08 Effat College. Career Day Speaking engagement titled: “From Generation to Generation: Passing the Torch”
25/12/07 Tabah Foundation Conference – Essentials of Dialogue. Spoke on Effectively Working with Mass Media.
1/12/07 Anadolu Cultural Center – The Science of Ihsan within the Islamic discourse.
5/11/07 Rotary Club of Dubai – Guest speaker invited to speak on: Media and Middle East Influences.
17/10/07 Third Line Art Gallery – Screening of the Documentary: Source of Goodness: Journey with Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sumait to Africa.
13/3/06 YPO – Young President’s Organization Power Lunch. Panelist who spoke on “CEO’s in the Public Eye.”
6/7/02 Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA). 27th annual convention. Presented on Muslims against Terrorism: How to find common ground after 9/11.
29/6/02 American Muslim Council (AMC). Annual convention. Presented on panel titled:Muslim Americans who reached out.
18/3/02 Ananda Lewis Show. Guest speaker invited to discuss issues on racism and discrimination towards Arabs and Muslims in this country.
9/3/02 Harvard University. Presented on a panel titled: “Muslims and the Media” at the Islam In America conference.
2/2/02 Riverdale Temple. Study discussion on the Abrahamic texts, using verses from both the book of Genesis and
from the Quran.
23/1/02 Auburn Theological Seminary. Church of the Holy Trinity. Presented on a panel titled: “Meeting Our Muslim Neighbors.”
20/1/02 Museum of Natural History. Moderated a panel discussion titled: “Beyond the Veil: Women and their Communities.”
12/11/01 Church of the Advent Hope. Interfaith Teach-in: “Understanding Muslim Faith.” Panelists, Imam Omar Abu Namous, Yasemin Saib and Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf.
31/10/01 John Jay College for Criminal Justice. Speaker on Dispute Resolution.
20/10/01 Girls Congress. Girls Congress, presentation on Peace and Tolerance.