Ilyasah
Shabazz

Professor Ilyasah Shabazz promotes higher education for at-risk youth, interfaith dialogue to build bridges between cultures for young leaders of the world, and she participates in international humanitarian delegations. 

More than six years experience as college professor. More than twenty years experience as administrator and implementer of cultural and community outreach initiatives, serving diverse populations. Key advisor to public and private organizations, developing diversity and community-focused programs that align with business, academic and organizational goals.

She is an inspirational role model and advocate for “youth” and “women and girl” empowerment. Her lifework is devoted to helping others find inner strength and purpose. While she is frequently asked to speak about the Legacy of Malcolm X, she shares that it is her mother, Dr. Betty Shabazz’s wisdom, courage and compassion that guide her.

Author, artist, mentor, educator, motivational speaker and citizen of the world, connecting and activating networks and resources to create measurably positive outcomes. Ilyasah has published five multiple award-winning publications with outstanding novelists, currently working on the next…