Sometimes we walk around on a surface without truly appreciating the foundation underneath us. Dr. Bambade Shakoor-Abdullah was one of those unsung pillars of our community. SubhanAllah, she was so humble that many of her achievements didn't even become public until she passed, just a few weeks ago.
Dr. Bambade was founder of the Leadership Development Institute (LDI), founder of the Chicago Metropolitan Educational Center for Community Advancement (CMECCA), and a mentor and tireless anti-violence advocate.
Her husband, Kasib Abdullah, spoke with us about her tireless efforts and self-less character. Our host Tariq also shares how she inspired him.
We pray that Allah gives her the best reward in paradise and puts blessing in her work.
Guest: Kasib Abdullah
Host & Producer: Tariq I. El-Amin
Engineer: Ibrahim Baig
Executive Producer: Abdul Malik Mujahid
Music:
Lessazo - Moussa - http://bit.ly/2wHdV6z
Manuele Atzeni - La Nuit - http://bit.ly/2sUDn71
The Kyoto Connection - Voyagge II - Satori - http://bit.ly/2tOCFEP
Polyrhythmics - The Itis - http://bit.ly/2xvz4hq
The following clips were heard during this episode:
"2013 MAS Chicago Annual Community Service Recognition | Dr. Bambade Shakoor-Abdullah":
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7JEiQMYzZA
"2017 MWA Inspiring Woman Award: Dr. Bambade Shakoor-Abdullah":
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Z6LxMa64Zo
Image: Courtesy of Kasib Abdullah
