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Throughout the ages, from the earliest days of Islam to contemporary times today, Muslim women have been and continue to be active leaders in their communities and countries across the world. This directory is a growing archive of leading Muslim women scholars, activists, writers, politicians, artists, religious and spiritual leaders, civil society leaders and more. Please contribute to this archive by suggesting Muslim women to be featured through our recommendation form.

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Shahnaz Taplin-Chinoy

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Known For: Executive Director - Shahnaz Taplin-Chinoy and Associates
Country: United States

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Shahnaz Taplin-Chinoy is the Executive Director of Shahnaz Taplin-Chinoy and Associates, a mass media communications firm in the Bay Area, focusing on key social issues. Ms. Taplin-Chinoy was formerly Director of Public Information and Public Affairs at Planned Parenthood Alameda/San Francisco. She has also been a consultant to the ACLU, the Goldman Foundation, and the Gerbode Foundation and has conducted media workshops for NGOs in India, funded by The Ford Foundation and USAID. Her more recent work has focused on Diaspora philanthropy which includes research and a report entitled: “Silicon Valley Indian Americans Care, Commit and Contribute.” She also developed the strategic communications plan for The American India Foundation. She directs the Community Task Force on Homes for Children and is currently working on a book on Women’s Islam.

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This search feature will enable you to find Muslim women by their Country. We are actively building the archive of Muslim women leaders from the past, as well as from today, and we would welcome your recommendations of women to feature. Please complete our “Recommend Muslim Women” form and check the site again in the near future as we actively expand this section of the portal with your suggestions.
This search feature will enable you to find Muslim women leaders by entering the keyword(s) of your choice. If you cannot find a particular woman that you are looking for, please let us know by completing our “Recommend Muslim Women” form and check the site again in the near future as we actively expand this section of the portal with your suggestions.