Muslim Women Nonprofit Leaders Remain Active in Advocacy Despite Rising Islamophobia

Tue, 05 May 2026 20:23:00 +0200

A recent study surveyed 292 Muslim women leading nonprofits across the United States, revealing that these organizations remain highly active in civic and advocacy work despite widespread experiences of Islamophobia. Conducted between December 2024 and February 2025, the survey found that 72% of these leaders reported facing discrimination, including verbal harassment, microaggressions, property damage, and other bias incidents. Most nonprofits led by Muslim women focus on religious, cultural, educational, and social service programs, while others address healthcare, mental health, civil rights, gender issues, housing, environmental protection, and anti-racism efforts. Remarkably, 93% of the organizations engage in advocacy, employing multiple strategies such as building relationships with government officials, participating in advisory groups, releasing research reports, lobbying for policy proposals, and mobilizing members to contact policymakers. The study highlights that these lead