Zarinah El-Amin Naeem, M.A.is an entrepreneur and author who uses public
anthropology to reveal and address contemporary issues facing Muslims in
America. Her debut book, Jihad of the
Soul: Singlehood and the Search for Love in Muslim America has garnered rave reviews
and been described as a "bold", "brave", and "insightful." As an active member of the American Muslim communtiy for over 20 years, Zarinah's personal insights and experiences make for a deep and rich look into the lives of American Muslims.
As the chief spiritual officer of The Niyah Company, Zarinah is a
frequent speaker and writer on topics which seek to enliven the soul. She is a community organizer and an avid international traveler who supports development work in Africa through her foundation, the Niyah Foundation. Zarinah is married to Halim Naeem, a doctoral candidate in psychology and the president of Seven Shades (www.sevenshades.org). Together they live in Kalamazoo, Michigan and have one cute and inquisitive son, Sufyan.
Feedback, comments, or suggestions? Reach her atzarinah@niyah.net.
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