Empowering Others: A Journey in Leadership & Community Service

Tour curated by: Maryam Ababou, Colin Malek, Saja Qesmoun, Imane Sakatni, Oumaima Sakatni | 6 Locations

Through this virtual tour, we will celebrate the significant impact that women leaders can have on their communities. Whether it is through providing advice or taking the lead in community projects, these women have made great contributions to those around them. Visitors will gain valuable insights into the qualities and actions that define great leaders, including the power of perseverance, courage, and collaboration in transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and positive change. We hope that the inspiring actions of these leaders will motivate us all to take an active role in helping and supporting our own communities.

Locations for Tour

Dr. Aawatif Hayar Minister of Solidarity Social Integration and Family, was the President of University Hassan II of Casablanca. She was the first Moroccan to receive, with honors, the degree of “Agrégation'' in Electrical Engineering from ENS Cachan in 1992. She received the “Diplôme… Learn more

One of Lighter Loads' founders, Debbie Booher, talks about what inspired her to help Texas' homeless people. In Austin, Texas, Debbie Booher fights for the rights of the homeless. Booher has devoted her life and free time to helping those in need in addition to holding a full-time career. Since she… Learn more

Aicha Ech-Chenna is a strong-willed woman who set off on a long and stupendous journey of empowerment through sustainable and committed social work. Labeled as the Moroccan “Mother Teresa”, Aicha Ech-Chenna has vowed to defend the cause of single mothers against all odds. Aicha Ech-Chenna was born… Learn more

Please note: English text appears first followed by Arabic text. Scroll down to read the story and see images below.Stephanie A. Bryan is a proud wife, mother, and the first chairwoman of the only federally recognized Native American tribe in Alabama: The Poarch Band of Creek Indians. She has worked… Learn more

Please note that the information provided is in English first, folloewd by Arabic.Since an early age, Rabia El Alama has been interested in business and U.S-Morocco relations. She got her High School Diploma only to find herself torn between the choice of pursuing medicine or business. Unhesitantly,… Learn more

Carla Wong McMillian initially wanted to become a high school teacher but instead pursued degrees in history and economics, a deviation from what her parents had wished for her. Before the start of her senior year at Duke University, McMillian sought the advice of her high school debate club coach… Learn more