About Dr. Tamara Gray
Dr. Tamara Gray is a founder of Rabata, an organization dedicated to promoting positive cultural change through creative educational experiences. As executive director, faculty, and chief spirituality officer, she focuses on uplifting Muslim women within community and without. She has a special interest in digital spaces in faith communities.
Dr. Gray holds a doctorate in leadership from the University of St. Thomas, a master’s degree in Curriculum Theory and Instruction from Temple University and spent twenty years in traditional learning spaces studying Islamic sciences, Quran, and Arabic in Damascus, Syria.
Milestones and Memories: Forty Years in Islam
In 2025, Dr. Tamara Gray will celebrate her 40th Shahadah anniversary with a fundraiser to grow and accredit Ribaat University. This first-of-its-kind all-women's university will offer affordable bachelor's degrees rooted in Islamic values, preparing graduates to serve in critical leadership roles and pursue advanced studies. Degree programs will include Islamic Studies, Non-Profit Leadership, Education, Publishing and Writing, and Arabic.
This "Shahadaversary" honors Dr. Tamara’s four decades of commitment, courage, and advocacy for female scholarship. With events in 40 cities, we celebrate a legacy of faith and education while paving the way for a brighter future for women around the globe.
BOOKS
JOY JOTS EXERCISES FOR A HAPPY HEART (SECOND EDITION)
Joy Jots, now in its second edition, is a collection of 52 weekly essays that take the reader through a year of seasons, blessings, and joyful spiritual growth.
PROJECT LINA: BRINGING OUR WHOLE SELVES TO ISLAM
Project Lina is the open arms, the spiritual guidance, and the balanced way forward that converts need for a healthy transition from newbies to vital members of their communities - and then to the leaders their communities need.
A COMPENDIUM OF THE SOURCES ON THE PROPHETIC NARRATIVE (VOL 1 & 2 SET) SOFT COVER
Internationally acclaimed as "the most authoritative resource" on the sira, this two-volume translation brings the Prophet’s ﷺ life to life for everyone who ventures upon it.
VIDEOS
AUDIOS
Islam vs Culture
ImanWire Podcast
True Success & the Rope of Allah
ARTICLES
Courage & Commitment: The Femininity of Muslim Women
Finding Truth in a Post-Truth World
Standing in the Chaos:
Cross-cultural Competency in Curriculum Materials
