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Project STEPS, an NGO which takes care of women. She has also set up the first all-woman jamaat in 15 of the 31 districts in Tamil Nadu.
Can-do Icon Her mother Halime Bibi because she taught her to be self-reliant.


Feminist force D. Sharifa Khanam, 43 Founder, STEPS Project STEPS, an NGO which takes care of women. She has also set up the first all-woman jamaat in 15 of the 31 districts in Tamil Nadu. Can-do Icon Her mother Halime Bibi because she taught her to be self-reliant.

	"I want Muslim women to have their own space to talk, discuss their grievances and pray. They should have a say in community rulings."