Raheel Raza is a Pakistani-Canadian journalist, author, public speaker, media consultant, anti-racism activist, interfaith discussion leader, and filmmaker, born on January 1, 1949, in Pakistan. She emigrated to Canada, where she has established herself as a prominent reformist voice critiquing radical Islam, advocating for women's rights within Muslim communities, and contributing to counter-extremism efforts through her writings, media appearances, filmmaking, and activism. Raza is particularly noted for her strong support of Israel, positioning her as one of the most visible Muslim advocates for the Jewish state, and she has collaborated professionally with individuals such as Raphael Shore on related initiatives. Throughout her career, Raza has focused on human rights defense, interfaith dialogue, and challenging extremism, often drawing from her personal experiences as a Muslim woman. She has authored works that explore themes of jihad and reform within Islam, and her public speaking engagements emphasize tolerance, anti-racism, and gender equality. She is known for her work with the Islamic Supreme Council of Canada. Living in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Raza continues to engage in media consultancy and leadership roles in discussions aimed at fostering understanding across religious and cultural divides. Her activism has intersected with broader networks of influence, including counter-terrorism advocacy and pro-Israel efforts, making her a key figure in mapping Muslim reformist movements in the West.