Zainab M.Hassan
Board Member
Zainab M. Hassan is a poet, writer, and advocate for human rights and gender equity. She is the Founder and Executive Director of the Somali Gender Equity Movement and has over 25 years of professional experience across public, private, nonprofit, and academic sectors. Zainab has played a pivotal role in Somalia’s National Reconciliation Framework and served as a Senior Advisor to the Office of the President during the 2016–2017 elections.
With a Master’s in Public Affairs from the University of Minnesota and a B.S. in Environmental Health, Zainab has also held leadership roles in philanthropy, including at The Minneapolis Foundation. Her expertise and dedication make her an invaluable member of Yasmin Foundation’s Board of Directors.