Sara Minkara
Empower your leaders with Sara Minkara’s visionary keynote, Forbes-recognized, globally respected, and redefining authentic, inclusive leadership.
Why book Sara Minkara for your next event
- Former U.S. Special Advisor on International Disability Rights. Sara’s keynote insights stem directly from shaping disability inclusion at the highest level of U.S. foreign policy. As a senior diplomat, she advised on complex international negotiations, giving your audience a rare, first-hand perspective on embedding inclusion into global governance, policy, and corporate leadership.
- Architect of Historic Global Inclusion Milestones – G7 & APEC Leadership. Sara played a central role in organizing and leading the first-ever G7 Ministerial on Disability and co-hosted high-level dialogues like the ASEAN-U.S. summit. These achievements aren’t just accolades, they’re a testament to her capacity to influence systemic change and bring practical lessons on inclusive diplomacy into your boardroom.
- Founder of Empowerment Through Integration (ETI). With a decade of hands-on leadership through her NGO, Sara empowered over 1,000 blind and disabled youth across the MENA region. Her experience building grassroots-to-global impact ensures your audience gains tools that bridge social responsibility with scalable leadership strategies.
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Leading with Authenticity, Inclusion, and Vision
Globally celebrated and Forbes-recognized, Sara Minkara delivers transformative keynotes that empower authentic leadership, drive inclusion, and inspire action. With diplomatic experience in 70+ countries, her unique approach equips organizations to break barriers, foster belonging, and lead with purpose.
Keynote Speaker Sara Minkara is a globally recognized thought leader, inclusion strategist, and former U.S. Special Advisor on International Disability Rights. With a career spanning over 70 countries, Sara is known for her trailblazing leadership in reshaping how organizations, governments, and global institutions approach disability, authentic leadership, and inclusion.
A blind, Muslim, Arab-American entrepreneur and founder of Empowerment Through Integration (ETI), Sara brings a lived experience that challenges conventional thinking and inspires transformational change. Her “In the Dark Methodology” is a powerful framework that sparks authentic dialogue and dismantles systemic barriers in boardrooms, policy circles, and beyond.
Sara’s insights are rooted in real-world impact, from leading the first-ever G7 Ministerial on Disability to co-hosting high-level global dialogues and influencing policies across trade, climate, and tech. Her keynotes empower organizations to foster inclusive leadership, embrace diverse perspectives, and cultivate cultures of belonging that drive innovation and growth.
When you book Sara Minkara for your event, you secure more than a speaker, you gain a catalyst for change. Her dynamic sessions are interactive, actionable, and deeply human, leaving audiences inspired, seen, and ready to lead with purpose.
Book Sara Minkara for your event and bring global expertise, visionary leadership, and transformative inclusion strategy to your organization. Empower your team with the tools to lead authentically and make a measurable impact.
Keynotes
Keynote by Sara Minkara:
Disability Policy and Diplomacy
Struggling to integrate disability perspectives into your global strategy?
Many organizations lack the tools to embed disability policy into decision-making processes, leading to missed opportunities, compliance gaps, and reputational risk. That’s where keynotes by Sara Minkara create immediate value.
As a former U.S. Special Advisor on International Disability Rights and a pioneer in disability diplomacy, Sara brings unmatched expertise in aligning disability inclusion with global policy across trade, climate action, tech, and security.
Through her transformative keynotes, Sara delivers actionable frameworks that empower leaders to make informed, inclusive decisions at every level. Her insights don’t just inspire, they equip your organization to build sustainable, scalable inclusion into its core strategy.
Book Sara Minkara for your event to gain practical tools, global insight, and bold strategies that elevate your impact in a rapidly evolving, inclusive world.
Keynote by Sara Minkara:
Adaptive Leadership
Is your organization struggling to adapt in today’s rapidly changing environment?
In a world defined by uncertainty and complexity, traditional leadership models often fall short. Teams feel disconnected, innovation stalls, and inclusion becomes an afterthought. Keynotes by Sara Minkara offer a powerful solution.
A global expert in adaptive leadership, Sara equips leaders with the mindset and tools to embrace change, foster resilience, and drive inclusive innovation. Drawing from her experience advising governments and global institutions, Sara’s keynotes deliver actionable insights that help organizations lead with agility, empathy, and purpose.
Her sessions challenge conventional thinking and empower your team to evolve, turning adversity into opportunity through inclusive, values-driven leadership.
Book Sara Minkara for your event and unlock a transformational experience that will leave your leaders better prepared to navigate uncertainty and build a future-ready organization.
Keynote by Sara Minkara :
Fostering Authentic Dialogue
Is your organization avoiding the difficult conversations that drive real change?
Many teams struggle to create space for honest, inclusive dialogue, leading to disengagement, lack of trust, and missed opportunities for growth. Keynotes by Sara Minkara offer a transformative solution.
Through her groundbreaking "In the Dark Methodology," Sara creates brave spaces where teams can confront assumptions, challenge societal narratives, and engage in meaningful conversations that foster trust, empathy, and connection.
With her rare ability to break down barriers and elevate every voice, Sara inspires audiences to lead with vulnerability, purpose, and authenticity. The result? Stronger leadership, deeper collaboration, and a more inclusive culture.
Book Sara Minkara for your event and empower your organization with the tools to foster authentic dialogue that drives innovation, unity, and lasting change.
Keynote by Sara Minkara:
Social Entrepreneurship and Systemic Change
Are your social impact efforts failing to create real, lasting change?
Many organizations invest in social responsibility, yet struggle to move beyond surface-level impact. Without innovative approaches and inclusive partnerships, systemic barriers remain. Keynotes by Sara Minkara offer a game-changing perspective.
As the founder of Empowerment Through Integration (ETI) and a trailblazer in disability advocacy across the MENA region, Sara brings firsthand experience in turning mission into measurable outcomes. Her powerful insights into social entrepreneurship reveal how to build inclusive systems that drive scalable, sustainable change.
Sara’s keynotes provide actionable strategies for leveraging innovation, authentic collaboration, and community empowerment to transform impact initiatives into systemic solutions.
Book Sara Minkara for your event and equip your organization with the tools, inspiration, and vision to lead meaningful social change that truly lasts.
U.S. Special Advisor SARA MINKARA - 2023 Global Leadership Awards Honoree
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Sara Minkara on Unlocking the Potential and Value of Disability Inclusion
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