Prime Minister of Canada announces the appointment of Canada’s first Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia⁠

Islamophobia is a lived experience for Muslim communities across Canada and requires ongoing action. The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced the appointment of Amira Elghawaby as Canada’s first Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia. She will serve as a champion, advisor, expert, and representative to support the federal government’s efforts in the fight against Islamophobia, systemic racism, racial discrimination, and religious intolerance. Amira Elghawaby is Canada’s first Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia. She will use her vast knowledge and experience as a human rights advocate to help guide and reinforce Canada’s efforts in addressing anti-Muslim hatred, systemic racism, racial discrimination, and religious intolerance. In July 2021, the Government of Canada hosted a virtual National Summit on Islamophobia which helped identify ways for the government to better work with Muslim communities.