“A man is upon the religion of his friend, so let one of you look at whom he befriends.”

- Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him)

Established in 2021, Sohba Saliha is a registered 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to serving the community of young professional Muslim women. Guided by the timeless wisdom of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who emphasized the importance of surrounding oneself with righteous company, we strive to create spaces where meaningful connections and friendships can flourish.

Our mission is to uphold and promote Muslim values through a variety of specially curated social, community service, and spiritual events. Each of our activities is carefully designed to address the current needs, trends, and challenges facing our community, all while remaining deeply rooted in Islamic values and Iman.

As a team of women working for women, Sohba Saliha is committed to fostering a supportive and empowering environment. We believe in the power of righteous friendships and are dedicated to facilitating these connections through every event we host. Together, we aim to build a stronger, more connected sisterhood, united by our shared faith and commitment to living out the teachings of Islam.

Meet the Team

  • Founder & Executive Director

    Iman founded Sohba Saliha after seeing a real need for women’s programming tailored to young professional Muslimahs. Driven by a deep passion for serving others, she dedicates her energy to creating opportunities that uplift the community while fostering connections that fill this gap. Her goal is to help young women embrace the prophetic teaching of surrounding oneself with righteous friendships. Iman holds a Masters of Science in Data Sciences and Analytics from Georgia State University and is currently advancing her Islamic studies through the Year of Knowledge program at the Jannah Institute. Outside of her work and studies, she enjoys painting and spending time with her husband and daughter.

  • Secretary

    Fatima Farooqi is a dedicated Quran teacher, specializing in the reading and memorization of the Quran. She teaches both young students and adults across various masajid in Atlanta. Currently, she is furthering her knowledge by pursuing higher education in Islamic Studies through International Open University (IOU) and delving into Tafseer Studies at Al-Salam Institute (ASI). Fatima is deeply passionate about empowering and inspiring Muslim women in their journey of understanding and practicing their Deen.

  • Administration & Operations

    Layla previously served as the Secretary for Sohba Saliha and continues to support the team’s organizational and logistics efforts. Having grown up in the Atlanta community, she is driven by a long-standing passion for service and bringing people together. Professionally, she is a Consultant who holds a B.S. from Georgia Tech and an M.S. from MIT in Chemical Engineering. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, baking, and writing.

  • Marketing & Social Media Director

    Lynn has always been passionate about community involvement and loves finding ways to uplift those around her. With a background in Film and Television and a minor in Business from the Savannah College of Art and Design, she brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic thinking to her role. She's currently expanding her skills by pursuing an MBA with a focus in digital marketing at Kennesaw State University. Lynn enjoys photography, filmmaking, writing, and editing, and she’s excited to use these talents to create engaging content and build strong connections within the community.

  • Creative & Art Director

    Esra Sharif is a Libyan American textile artist with a BFA in Textiles and Surface Design. Her practice draws from heritage, faith, and womanhood, using fiber as a way to tell stories and preserve memory. As part of the Sohba Saliha team, Esra is dedicated to fostering meaningful dialogue and creating spaces where Muslim women feel seen, supported, and connected.

  • Programming Director

    With a BA in Communications from Georgia State University, Houda uses her academic experience to craft programs that are both engaging and relevant. Outside of her role, she enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family.