646. Community-Centered Program Design: Lessons from Arab Women United - Zahraa Alrafish

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Meet Zahraa 🤝, the inspiring founder of Arab Women United. Zahraa’s vision is simple but powerful: to create spaces where Arab, immigrant, and first-generation women feel seen, supported, and empowered. What started as a small college club has grown into a thriving nonprofit offering culturally grounded programs that nurture mental wellness, economic freedom, and leadership from within.In this conversation, Zahraa shares her journey and the deep care that fuels her work—a mission rooted in community, resilience, and the belief that when women support each other, entire communities rise. Her story reminds us that pausing to listen, heal, and connect is how we build lasting change.Join us for a heartfelt conversation that challenges stereotypes, celebrates diversity, and uplifts the unstoppable spirit of women rising together.Episode HighlightsFounding Arab Women United (01:47)Owning the Narrative & Breaking Misconceptions (06:48)Empowerment Through Community-Centered Programs (11:48)Building Partnerships & Community Growth (15:33)Responsive Program Design & Feedback (18:22)Scaling Leadership & Volunteer Engagement (20:37)Personal Inspiration & The Power of Representation (22:13)Zahraa’s One Good Thing (24:12)Episode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/646Join us at ImpactUp: Story! Join us online from 12-1:30 CST for a free virtual session including a keynote with storytelling phenom, Afdhel Aziz, and a roundtable convo with 4 amazing nonprofit leaders. Then that evening, in nearly 50 cities around the world are hosting local meetups to keep the conversation going in person.Find a meetup near you or join us virtually! Make the most of Monthly Giving Awareness Week 💛During Monthly Giving Awareness Week (May 11-16), Givebutter is giving back. For every new monthly donor who gives $5 or more, your nonprofit earns a $10 donation. $25,000 in matching funds are available to organizations just like yours! Get all the details and get started today here! //Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.comSay hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

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