Celebrating and inspiring the American Muslims potential of individuals through no-strings-attached fellowships.
“The fellowship aims to elevate exceptional individuals working in local communities, providing them with national exposure as community leaders. It will establish a support network of patriotic Muslim Americans committed to mainstream civic engagement and connect them with national leaders eager to engage with inspiring voices from Muslim communities. We proudly welcome the AMMWEC 2024 Fellows.“
—Anila Ali
Board Chair & President, AMMWEC Fellows
Meet the 2024 AMMWEC Fellows
Sitara Naheed
Sitara Naheed is a prominent women’s rights leader based in Boston, MA, and the founder of a grassroots organization
dedicated to helping Muslims integrate into American society.
Raizel Mashood
Raizel Mashood is a current Boston University student with a passion for public service and community engagement.
Nurun Alam
Nurun Alam, a distinguished Bangladeshi American community leader and organizer, has dedicated her life to empowering Bangladeshi immigrant women in the United States
Sabiha Rehman
Sabiha Rahman has been working as a Systems Analyst in the County of Los Angeles, Department of Auditor-Controller, for 17 years. She holds a BS degree in Computer Engineering and Science from USC
Imam Belal Uddin Ahmad
Imam Belal Uddin Ahmad, a devoted scholar and community leader, has
embarked on a personal journey over the years to deepen his understanding of
Islam. Born into a world of exploration and curiosity, Belal’s quest for
knowledge began in his youth, fueled by his early habit of reading influential
works, including the thoughts of Marc Plato.
Syed Ali
Asjal Ali is a distinguished independent journalist based in washington, D.C, whose body of work has garnered both national and international acclaim. Born in Karachi, Pakistan, Alii pursued his early education in his homeland before relocating to the UNITED STATES to further his studies in political science and journalism.