A Story to Tell: Challenging the Narrative of American Muslims with Hena Khan (ESIA MA '97)

Time: 6:00pm Networking reception; 6:30pm Discussion and reading; 7:30pm Book signing
Location:      Elliott School of International Affairs, 6th Floor Lindner Commons, 1957 E Street NW

Description:

Join us for a conversation with Elliott School alumna and children's author Hena Khan about her experiences writing books that represent American Muslims, promote understanding, and build tolerance and compassion. She will share her newest novel, Amina’s Voice, the first publication of Simon & Schuster’s groundbreaking new imprint Salaam Reads, which focuses on books about Muslims. Amina's Voice recounts the story of a Pakistani-American Muslim girl who struggles to stay true to her family's vibrant culture while simultaneously blending in at school after tragedy strikes her community.  

Hena Khan is a Pakistani-American who was born and raised in Maryland, where she still lives. She enjoys writing about her culture and religion, as well as all sorts of other subjects from spies to space travel. She is the author of Night of the Moon (2008), Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns (2012), and It's Ramadan, Curious George (2016), among others. In addition to creative writing, Hena worked as an international development professional following her graduate studies at the Elliott School. You can learn more about Hena by visiting her website and reading her profile in the March issue of "Elliott 360."

Online registration for this event is now closed. However, you may still attend and register at the door. We look forward to seeing you there!