Announcing the 2024 Recipient of the MLFA Mariam Darsot Women in Policy & Government Award

We are delighted to announce the recipient of the 2024 MLFA Mariam Darsot Women in Policy & Government Award, sponsored by the Muslim Legal Fund of America (MLFA). This prestigious award is presented to an exceptional individual who has demonstrated remarkable leadership, dedication, and a commitment to advancing policy and governance with a focus on social justice. 

Congratulations to Ajarat Bada. With over 15 years of experience in consulting, team management, start-up leadership, and overseeing multi-million-dollar projects, she is more than equipped to take this award and propel its purpose. As a healthcare innovation expert and performance improvement specialist, she has delivered comprehensive strategies that have significantly improved healthcare operations, solved issues of digital equity, redesigned homecare systems, and enhanced patient outcomes. Her contributions have made a substantial impact on organizations such as Kaiser Permanente and Qatar Foundation. 

She has been a strong advocate for peace, addressing food insecurity, and managing natural resources, striving to create a positive impact on communities around the world. Her dedication to the field is also reflected in their contributions to publications, certifications, and honors in public health, policy, and development. 

Fluent in four languages and passionate about mountaineering, our awardee is not only a distinguished professional but also someone with a profound interest in exploring and understanding the world. Her dedication to creating user-centered solutions for the complex challenges in global health and development is in perfect alignment with the mission of the MLFA Mariam Darsot Women in Policy & Government Award. 

MLFA is proud to recognize and support this outstanding individual and continued pursuit of excellence in policy and governance. We are confident that her work will continue to inspire change and contribute to a more just and equitable society. 

Please join us in congratulating  Ajarat Bada on receiving this distinguished award. We eagerly anticipate the incredible impact she will make in the coming years. 

 

 

Watch her story here: https://youtu.be/canUZUkQtAA 

Muslim Legal Fund of America is investing in scholarships with trusted organizations like Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) to help cultivate the next generation of American Muslim leaders in law and policy. By empowering aspiring legal professionals and policymakers with the education and resources they need, we are not only supporting their personal and professional growth but also strengthening our community’s capacity to advocate for justice and equity. These scholarships ensure that talented and dedicated individuals have the opportunity to make significant contributions to the legal field, championing the rights of Muslims and fostering a more inclusive and fair society.
  

Read more about the Mariam Darsot Woman in Policy & Government Memorial Scholarship.