{"name":"Shaimaa Kraba","slug":"shaimaa-kraba","bio":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaimaa Kraba is a first-generation Canadian of Algerian descent and is deeply passionate about storytelling as a powerful medium for change. She believes that stories are how people remember ideas, connect with one another, and challenge societal narratives. Currently, Shaimaa is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in creative writing and English, with minors in marketing and entrepreneurship, and is in her final year of study. As a single mother, she is committed to creating spaces for individuals—especially mothers, single mothers of color, and Muslim women—to speak their truths unapologetically and reshape how society and culture view their experiences. With a strong background in sales, customer service, and business development, Shaimaa combines her professional skills and creative passion to amplify marginalized voices. She views her pen and her voice as her most powerful tools for fostering understanding and inspiring change.</span>","short_bio":"","designation":"Guest Contributor","department":[],"thumbnail":"https://cdn.yaqeeninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_2949.jpeg","url":"https://yaqeeninstitute.org/team/shaimaa-kraba","total_publications":1,"recent_publications":[{"title":"It’s Not Just an Iftar: The Power of Community in Ramadan | Blog","slug":"its-not-just-an-iftar-the-power-of-community-in-ramadan","type":"Blog","date":"2026-04-14 18:41:08"}]}