Kiran Siddiqui is CEO at Hamdard Health Alliance, a Federally Qualified Health Center in Chicagoland with a mission to positively impact the health and well-being of individuals and families in our communities by delivering culturally responsive healthcare services with expertise on immigrant and refugee communities. Kiran has devoted her career to serving the immigrant and refugee community in lifting their voice and engaging with stakeholders to disentangle various interconnected challenges facing our communities. In 2013 Kiran was diagnosed with ESRD and subsequently was on dialysis till May 2015 . During this time Kiran was listed on the National Organ registry and in 2015, Kiran’s high school friend matched and Kiran received her gift of life through a live donor. Kiran is a member of the West Suburban Nonprofit Leader idea circle as well as sits on the steering committee for the Chicago Safety Net Learning Collaborative.Kiran is the Vice President of the Board of Directors for Syrian Community Network . Kiran has a passion for traveling and creating tablescapes. She lives in the northwest Chicago land with her spouse and three kids.
Outreach & Education within the Muslim Community
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 2:30pm
This webinar series is intended to provide a comprehensive exploration of cultural and religious perspectives on death, dying, and burial practices, shedding light on their significance in donation and transplantation. In this session, we will delve into sub-denominational considerations of the Muslim community, offer practical guidance on engaging with this faith community, and discuss ethical considerations and family opposition sensitively. Through case studies and analysis of current events, we’ll equip professionals with the knowledge and tools needed for effective engagement and connection within diverse religious contexts.