Leading in the Face of Fear with Bushra Amiwala

Imagine staring in the eyes of people who see you and those who look like you as a threat and asking them to discuss their fear. Our guest, Bushra Amiwala, did just that. She’s the youngest Muslim elected official in the United States and talks about the key moments of her political journey in the face of opposition so far including her experience running for office as a college freshman. She shares what it’s like to rebound after a political defeat, what goes into being a Board of Education member, the experience of being discounted because of your age, why representation matters and holds the potential to connect us despite difference. Bushra offers wisdom for those who don’t feel represented and shares her framework for everyday leadership. For show notes and more info, visit nikkiinnocent.com/podcast