Alaa Murabit

Moroccan physician and human rights advocate redefining Islamic feminism and global health equity

Foundational Work in Global Health

Dr. Alaa Murabit (b. 1985) combined medical training at MCPHS University with Islamic studies, creating unique frameworks for health equity. In 2014, she co-founded Global Alliance for Health and Population, focusing on gender-sensitive healthcare in conflict zones.

Islamic Feminism Leadership

Her 2015 TED Talk on Islamic feminism reached 2 million viewers. She co-authored the UN Women's Shadow Report (2016), exposing systemic gender violence in 15 Middle Eastern countries. This work influenced Qatar's 2018 Domestic Workers Protection Law.

Climate and Health Intersections

Murabit chairs the Earth4All Initiative, linking climate action to health equity. Her 2019 study for WHO identified 37% higher maternal mortality rates in climate-affected regions. This research catalyzed the 2020 Global Health and Climate Pact.

Innovative Advocacy Models

She developed the 'Religious Literacy Framework' adopted by 12 UN agencies, training 1,500 religious leaders on health equity. Her community-based approach in Yemen's Houthi conflict areas reduced child mortality by 25% (2017-2019). As of 2023, her methodologies are standard in 8 African Union health programs.