Ovais Iqbal, Global Ambassador for Humaniti, reveals the innovative strategies and profound mindset shifts needed to revolutionise Muslim charity and create lasting change.
In this episode of The Muslimi Experience, host Boonaa Mohammed sits down with Ovais Iqbal, a powerhouse fundraiser, former Cisco executive, and dedicated humanitarian. Ovais shares his incredible journey from Karachi to becoming a leading voice in the non-profit sector, driven by a legacy of giving back ingrained in him from his Memon community roots.
Ovais pulls back the curtain on the world of high-impact fundraising, explaining how to simplify complex messages to connect with donors. He delivers a powerful critique of the charity sector's "leftover talent" problem and argues passionately for attracting top-tier professionals to maximize the impact of every dollar. This conversation is a masterclass in purpose, communication, and building sustainable support for those in need.
This is more than a success story; it's a call to action for the entire Ummah to approach charity with professionalism, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility. Ovais's journey proves that with the right intention and strategy, we can build a legacy of purposeful impact.
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Ovais Iqbal, Global Ambassador for Humaniti, reveals the innovative strategies and profound mindset shifts needed to revolutionise Muslim charity and create lasting change.
In this episode of The Muslimi Experience, host Boonaa Mohammed sits down with Ovais Iqbal, a powerhouse fundraiser, former Cisco executive, and dedicated humanitarian. Ovais shares his incredible journey from Karachi to becoming a leading voice in the non-profit sector, driven by a legacy of giving back ingrained in him from his Memon community roots.
Ovais pulls back the curtain on the world of high-impact fundraising, explaining how to simplify complex messages to connect with donors. He delivers a powerful critique of the charity sector's "leftover talent" problem and argues passionately for attracting top-tier professionals to maximize the impact of every dollar. This conversation is a masterclass in purpose, communication, and building sustainable support for those in need.
This is more than a success story; it's a call to action for the entire Ummah to approach charity with professionalism, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility. Ovais's journey proves that with the right intention and strategy, we can build a legacy of purposeful impact.
Muslim Belal & Essam on The Untold Struggles of Muslim Men | Muslimi Experience w/ Boonaa Mohammed
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Muslim Belal & Essam on The Untold Struggles of Muslim Men | Muslimi Experience w/ Boonaa Mohammed
In this deeply moving episode of The Muslimi Experience, Boonaa Mohammed sits down with two trailblazing Muslim artists—Ashley “Muslim” Belal (UK) and Essam (Seattle)—for a raw, heartfelt conversation about brotherhood, grief, healing, and the journey behind their joint album Kalby (My Heart).
🎤 Both artists share personal stories of childhood trauma, life in the trenches, and how vulnerability became their superpower. They open up about the lack of father figures, the rise of drugs and violence in Muslim communities, and how faith and art became their lifeline.
💔 From standing on Mount Arafat making du’a to grieving lost friends in the streets of Seattle this conversation is a testament to the power of speaking from the heart. If you've ever felt alone, this episode will remind you: you're not.
The Muslimi Experience
Ovais Iqbal, Global Ambassador for Humaniti, reveals the innovative strategies and profound mindset shifts needed to revolutionise Muslim charity and create lasting change.
In this episode of The Muslimi Experience, host Boonaa Mohammed sits down with Ovais Iqbal, a powerhouse fundraiser, former Cisco executive, and dedicated humanitarian. Ovais shares his incredible journey from Karachi to becoming a leading voice in the non-profit sector, driven by a legacy of giving back ingrained in him from his Memon community roots.
Ovais pulls back the curtain on the world of high-impact fundraising, explaining how to simplify complex messages to connect with donors. He delivers a powerful critique of the charity sector's "leftover talent" problem and argues passionately for attracting top-tier professionals to maximize the impact of every dollar. This conversation is a masterclass in purpose, communication, and building sustainable support for those in need.
This is more than a success story; it's a call to action for the entire Ummah to approach charity with professionalism, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility. Ovais's journey proves that with the right intention and strategy, we can build a legacy of purposeful impact.
