Sarah story and Experience through Mental Health

I’m a proud mother of twin teenage daughters, Sama and Laila, who inspire me every day with their strength, curiosity, compassion, and their humanity. Their resilience motivates me to show up fully in every part of my life—including my journey as a long-distance runner. Running is not just a hobby for me—it’s a discipline that has shaped my life, given me purpose, and brought me into a vibrant, supportive community. I’ve completed 14 marathons and 3 ultramarathons, including three of the six World Major Marathons: New York City, Berlin, and Chicago. Currently, I’m training for the Sydney Marathon in August 2025, Inshallah, and I continue to use running as a way to inspire others and advocate for health, wellness, peace, and prosperity for all. As a Run It Up Dallas Race Ambassador, I’m passionate about encouraging people of all backgrounds to discover the joy and strength that comes through movement. I’m an active member of the Dallas Muslim Running Club and several other run clubs in the DFW area, where I find deep connection and camaraderie. I serve as the Central Regional Manager for the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), where I work to raise awareness, build community, and support survivors and their loved ones. Although I do not have a direct tie to ovarian cancer, my survivors have become my tie—and my why—for continuing to advocate and raise awareness. The mission of the NOCC is to save lives through the prevention and cure of ovarian cancer and to improve the quality of life for survivors and their caregivers. I’ve proudly fundraised for the NOCC through my World Major races in NYC and Berlin, and now for the upcoming Sydney Marathon. I also run with the Palestinian flag raised high, using every race as an opportunity to promote peace and raise awareness about the ongoing genocide in Palestine. I strive for a world where all people are treated with dignity, respect, and allowed to live in peace—because at the end of the day, that’s what every human deserves. Balancing motherhood, marathon training, and nonprofit leadership isn’t always easy, but it’s deeply fulfilling. I run not only for my health, but to set an example for my daughters and to serve a purpose bigger than myself.

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