Dr. Izdihar Jamil believes it takes “balls of steel” to wear a hijab in America. In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Izdihar—a computer scientist turned entrepreneur, author, and advocate—who has faced immense challenges with grace and determination.
She opens up about her experiences with Islamophobia, the obstacles she faced after moving to America, and the transformative moment that inspired her to fully embrace her identity and voice. Izdihar shares her journey of building a thriving business, empowering others through her books, and using education as a tool for resilience and growth.
We also explore her reflections on faith, overcoming racism, and finding strength in adversity, all while spreading kindness and connection. This is a conversation filled with powerful lessons, uplifting stories, and practical advice for anyone seeking empowerment in the face of challenges.
01:08 Meet Dr. Izdehir Jamil:
05:07 Finding Strength and Purpose
05:59 Impact of Education and Family Legacy
18:45 Building a Business and Empowering the Next Generation
20:16 The Power of Books and Legacy Building
Follow Eddie Blass and Dr. Izdihar Jamil:
Connect with Eddie:
Website: https://inventorium.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddie-blass
Connect with Izdihar:
Website: https://www.izdiharjamil.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamdrizdiharjamil/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdrizdiharjamil/
The Girl Who Loves Ponies: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Who-Loves-Ponies/dp/B08P1FCBTJ
Trapped in a Snowglobe: https://www.amazon.com/Trapped-Snow-Globe-Abrar-Naeim/dp/B0B1C3G28F
