FROM LEGACY WE RISE is not your average conference—it's a dynamic movement crafted to celebrate the indomitable strength, resilience, and leadership of Muslim women. This year's conference guarantees an exhilarating lineup of influential speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, and interactive workshops that promise to ignite your passion and equip you with the tools to soar in your personal and professional journey.
Keynote Speaker
Malika Bilal
Malika Bilal is an award-winning international journalist, speaker, and podcast host based between Los Angeles and Washington, DC. With nearly two decades of experience, she has anchored breaking news, led global conversations, and amplified underrepresented voices across media platforms.
She presents the PBS series American Muslims: A History Revealed and hosts The Take, a daily news podcast that has earned her two Gracie Awards. Previously, she co-hosted The Stream, an Emmy-nominated show reaching over 140 countries.
A Chicago native, Malika studied at the American University in Cairo and Northwestern’s Medill School. She has worked with Voice of America and written for major outlets like NPR and the Chicago Tribune. Today, she speaks on media, representation, and storytelling—while also testing those skills nightly with her three young children.
