Dr. Saba Fatima (pronounced Subb/a Fath-ma) is a Professor of Philosophy at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Her work primarily explores the intersections of feminism, race theory, and contemporary Islamic thought.
With a focus on issues of social justice, gender, and identity, Fatima's scholarship offers nuanced perspectives on the lived experiences of marginalized communities, particularly Muslim women in Western societies.
Her writings often challenge conventional paradigms, advocating for a more inclusive and empathetic understanding of cultural and religious diversity.
In addition to her academic publications, she is an engaging speaker and educator, dedicated to fostering dialogue and critical thinking in both scholarly and public spheres. She was also the host of the podcast, She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs
Some of Dr. Fatima's areas of specialty include:
Social Epistemology (microaggressions, paranoia as minorities, American Ignorance)
Social and political theory within prescriptive Islam (jihad, Mahdi, akhlaq, sabr)
Muslim/Muslim-American issues within a framework of feminist & race theory (racialization of Muslim American identity, feminist concerns within Muslim communities, #MeToo, politics of hijab)
Medical humanities (financial aspects of current healthcare system, physician burnout and character)
Contemporary Islamic Thought
Islam & Politics
Philosophy of Race
Feminist Philosophy
Transnational Feminist Theory
Contemporary Moral Issues
World Religions
Reasoning & Argumentation
Workshop on Race & anti-Black racism
LoveJoy Library, SIUE
Saba Fatima
email: sfatima@siue.edu