Dr. Rania Awaad is a globally recognized psychiatrist, Islamic scholar, and pioneer of the modern Muslim mental health movement. As a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford University and founder of the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab, she has been at the forefront of bridging faith, psychology, and community wellbeing for over a decade.

Dr. Awaad continues to inspire individuals and institutions seeking to cultivate healthier, more thriving communities. As a member of Luminihsan's Shura Council, Dr. Awaad brings a rare combination of scholarly depth, clinical expertise, and community leadership, helping guide the organization in nurturing individuals and communities that thrive both spiritually and emotionally.

Dr. Sohaira Siddiqui is a leading scholar of Islamic law, history, and gender whose work bridges rigorous academic scholarship with meaningful public engagement. As Associate Professor of Islamic Studies at Georgetown University in Qatar and Executive Director of Al Mujadilah, she has become a respected voice in conversations on faith, women’s leadership, legal tradition, and the role of Islam in contemporary society.

As a member of Luminihsan's Shura Council, Dr. Siddiqui brings deep expertise in Islamic thought alongside a commitment to cultivating informed, principled, and globally engaged Muslim communities. Her guidance helps ensure that Luminihsan's vision remains rooted in knowledge, wisdom, and meaningful service to the Ummah.

Salwah Abdul Shukor Salwah is a partner of Zain & Co, a member of Dentons, currently the world’s largest global law firm, where she heads the Corporate M &A and Intellectual Property practice groups. She has been consistently ranked as a leading lawyer in the area of Mergers & Acquisitions and is cited as an industry “Leading Individual” by Chambers Asia-Pacific and Legal 500. She is ranked as one of Malaysia’s Top 100 Lawyers 2025 by Asia Business Law Journal. Salwah is a member of the Bursa Malaysia Stock Exchange Regulatory Committee.

As a member of Luminihsan’s Shura Council, she provides strategic guidance grounded in professional excellence, principled stewardship, and a deep commitment to advancing the wellbeing of the Ummah.

Muna AbuSulayman is a Saudi-American businesswoman, media figure, and philanthropist whose career sits at the intersection of policy, youth empowerment, and social impact. Recognized early on by the World Economic Forum as a Young Global Leader, she has consistently been part of global conversations on development, inclusion, and the role of the Arab world in shaping future narratives. She later became the first Saudi woman appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme, advancing humanitarian initiatives across the region.

As part of Luminihsan’s Shura Council, she brings a rare blend of strategic philanthropy experience, media influence, and global policy exposure. Her perspective strengthens efforts to build socially conscious, future-facing initiatives grounded in impact, inclusion, and meaningful public dialogue.