In Good Faith #11 - Zara Mohammed: What Does Sensible Muslim Political Engagement Look Like?
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Jul 11, 2025 
Zara Mohammed, the first woman and youngest Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, shares her journey as a prominent community leader. She discusses the burdens of leadership and the emotional toll it takes. Zara emphasizes the need for active political engagement among Muslims and reflects on the importance of building alliances. With a focus on women in leadership, she highlights challenges young leaders face and the significance of community support for effective representation. Her future plans hint at continued advocacy for Muslim voices in politics.
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The Burdens of Leadership
- Leadership at MCB felt like carrying a heavy boulder constantly on the shoulders.
- The responsibility continues even after stepping down, with pressure to do enough and please everyone.
Memorable Speech at MCB Conference
- Iqbal Nassim gave a firecracker speech that broke the scheduled time at an MCB conference.
- This moment helped Zara Mohammed develop her skills for handling difficult situations in leadership roles.
Mastering Media Engagement
- Prepare for media engagements by grounding yourself spiritually and mentally.
- Approach interviews calmly to represent your community with dignity and confidence.
