Meet our Board of Directors
The Shabazz Center’s Board of Directors and leadership team are dedicated stewards of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz’s mission. Their expertise and passion guide our work in fostering social justice and community empowerment.
Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz
Professor & Author
Aisha Al-Adawiya
Human Rights Activist
Curtis Archer
President, Harlem Community Development Corporation
Ken Edwards
Certified Public Accountant
Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
Professor & Author
Regina Jackson
Non-Profit CEO
Safura H. Khan
Partner, South Coast Law
Sam Koolaq
Music Attorney & Law Professor
Laila Lacy
Author & Youth Advocate
Stacey Luster, J.D.
Education & Government Attorney
S. Lee Merritt, Esq
Civil Rights Attorney & Activist
Larry Miller
Chairman, Jordan Brand Advisory Board at Nike
Meet our International Advisory Board
The Advisory Board of The Shabazz Center brings together visionary leaders, scholars, and advocates dedicated to advancing the legacy of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz. Guided by principles of integrity, social justice, and community empowerment, the Board provides strategic insight and collaborative support to strengthen the Center’s programs, partnerships, and global impact.
Dr. Hisham Aidi
Political Scientist, Journalist & Filmmaker | Director of Academic Programs and Research to The Shabazz Center
Sharif Banna, MBE
Chairman, Sycamore Foundation for Global Leadership
Wassim Malak
Vice President, International Communications, Sycamore Foundation for Global Leadership
Our leaders bring a wealth of experience and unwavering commitment to preserving the legacies of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz while shaping a vibrant future for The Center.
The Shabazz Center Team
Gaye H. Anderson
Curated Events and Grants
Baruti N. Bediako, CPA
Outsource, CFO
Karis Dolberry
Social Media
Sara Haile
Social Media
Claudia Hayden
Multi Media
Sabine Poisson
Events Designer
Junny Ann Hibbert
Project Manager
Jordan Mendez
Social Justice Youth Advocate
Lizzette Mendez
Custodial Engineer Services
Thelma Spencer
Marketing & Fundraising
Winter Warner
Youth Leadership Ambassador
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