KARAMAH Events
KARAMAH hosts several events in the form of lectures, networking events, workshops, discussion circles and educational programs to facilitate the friendly exchange of ideas and further educate the public about Shari’ah in general and the rights afforded to women under Islam in particular. Please check back often to see upcoming events.
Upcoming Events
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Law & Leadership
Summer Program 2026
KARAMAH is excited to announce that the 2026 LLSP program has been designed as a hybrid model of virtual learning in late June and early July 2026, with an engaging in-person component to take place in Washington, D.C. during the last two weeks of July 2026.
KARAMAH's Law and Leadership Program offers aspiring Muslim women leaders with a unique Islamic legal education, conflict resolution skills building, and leadership development experience. Through interactive workshops, thought provoking seminars, and site visits during the in-person segment, participants gain skills, knowledge and connections.
Applications are now open and Muslim women over the age of 18 who want to be considered for this competitive, but worthwhile and life-changing program, should apply as soon as possible. Available spots will be awarded on a rolling admissions basis and the deadline to apply is April 30, 2026.
Past Events
Religious Freedom Mobile Institute
KARAMAH co-sponsored this institute on “Reimagining Religious Freedom: Moving from Education to Advocacy.” Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. participated on a panel “Reframing Religious Freedom: Confronting Christian Nationalism.”
Let’s Talk About Religious Freedom
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. participated on the Sister Act podcast on Let’s Talk About Religious Freedom.
Exploring the Connection between Religion and Female Genital Cutting
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. participated on the webinar using our Debunking the Myth that Islam Requires FGM hosted by Sahiyo.
Afghanistan: A Rapid Response to the Recent U.S. Withdrawal and How You Can Help
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. moderated this panel as Vice Chair of the Religious Freedom Committee of the ABA Section of the Civil Rights and Social Justice.
Celebrating Juneteenth: Why Now? Presentation
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. presented on the current landscape including the new federal holiday for Juneteenth and its significance for American Muslims hosted by ADAMS Center.
Lawyers as Leaders: Managing NGOs
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. was on the panel hosted by National Association of Muslim Lawyers.
Role of Religion in Advancing Gender Equality
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. joined the Baha’i Office of Public Affairs for a panel discussion on how religious knowledge and grassroots experiences offer insights for furthering gender equality in transformative ways.
Herstory: The Role of Female Faith Leaders
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. presented on a panel on female faith leaders hosted by the Interfaith Coalition of Bowie.
United Nations, Committee on Status of Women – Using Religious Text and Tradition for Muslim Women
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. moderated a discussion on how patriarchy and cultural traditions would have you believe that the Islamic texts and the prophetic example are oppressive and harsh to Muslim women.
Women in Faith – Diverse Voices Speak
Executive Director Rahmah A. Abdulaleem, Esq. presented on a panel on diverse voices speaking hosted by the Prince George’s County’s Human Relations Commission.
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