Hafsa Haider

Communications Director

Hafsa Haider is the Communications Director at CAIR-Chicago. She studied Anthropology and Diversity & Global Studies from Florida Atlantic University. Passionate about representing diverse cultures and advocating for marginalized communities, Hafsa focuses on elevating voices through impactful storytelling. Before joining CAIR-Chicago, she worked as an Executive Assistant at The Guatemalan-Maya Center, a grassroots organization dedicated to assisting the Indigenous Maya community in South Florida. She first volunteered at the center and later became a preschool teacher and aftercare instructor for children in grades K–5. Outside of work, Hafsa enjoys traveling, being outdoors, and spending quality time with loved ones. She can be reached at hhaider@cair.com.