I am a 47 year old female Muslim and my talks aim to inform, educate and inspire through not only the teachings of Islam, but how it's message can empower and motivate all members of humanity to deal with life's challenges. I am also a teacher with over 20 years of experience, enabling me to offer an interactive, relevant presentation, whilst remaining adaptable according to the reaction of the audience in front of me. I am also a published author (I'm not a Celebrity I am a Muslim, Unveiling Arabia and The Voice of Palestine) and enjoy writing poems that express both the vulnerability and strength of humanity.
I have been pursuing public speaking as a paid hobby, but will attend events voluntarily if the organisation requires it. My talks can cover topics ranging from the very basics of Islam to exploring gender equality and how it has been exploited throughout Islamic history.
I have several years of experience presenting specifically on Islam, and more recently on the concept of 'white privilege' and my experience of racism as a British Muslim. I have also talked about being an author, discussing the misconstrued views and politically driven motivations that build on globally misconceived perceptions.
I welcome challenging topics and promise an expression of honesty, sprinkled with a sense of humour! Please see testimonials below.
I hope the above has summarised the purpose of my presentations. Please feel free to make further enquiries if you have any questions.
Testimonials: Sahera Patel is an engaging and inspiring woman. Her honesty and openness to discuss and share her faith and values is refreshing and informative. I was delighted that she led the Women and Islam session for teachers as part of a Craven DEC twilight training course on Understanding Islam and Countering Islamophobia in Sept 2017. (Fiona Protheroe, Craven Development Education Centre)
Last year, Sahera Patel came to talk to the Mothers’ Union in Gomersal. She came without any hesitation and talked to us openly about her Muslim background, her pilgrimage and her family life. She answered the many questions we had and we all completely took to her friendliness and openness. We were so impressed with her presentation that we have booked her again for next year. She is the perfect ambassador for bringing different cultures together. (Trees Fewster, Branch leader, St Mary’s Church, Gomersall)
Sahera Patel is an articulate lady possessed of a wide vocabulary which enabled her to pen her autobiographical work I'M NOT A CELEBRITY, I AM A MUSLIM. I have heard her speaking, as a Muslim, to audiences in Manchester, where she has been very well received. She explains her faith fluently with humour and with obvious love which also extends to her audiences. They repay her by asking questions which she answers with deep knowledge of her subject. Her intelligence and sincerity are always patently obvious. It is a great pleasure to be present on these occasions. (Lionel Ross)