Bana Gora: Championing Muslim Women’s Voices and Vision

Bana Gora is the pioneering Chief Executive of the Muslim Women’s Council (MWC), which she founded in 2009 to empower women and create inclusive opportunities. With roots in domestic violence services, her career is built on trust, compassion, and relentless advocacy.

Bana leads initiatives including legal advice clinics, bereavement support, emotional helplines, and the annual Daughters of Eve Conference. During COVID-19, she ensured hot meals and vital services reached those in need.

Her bold vision for a Women-Led Mosque evolved into The Women’s Building – a trailblazing community hub focused on education, wellbeing, and enterprise. She also launched a national think tank to train Muslim women in leadership and tackle pressing issues like Islamophobia and domestic abuse.

Respected across faiths, Bana’s work has created ripple effects nationally and internationally. Her drive, integrity and impact suggest she’s only getting started.