Zainab Mohamud is using sport as a catalyst for positive change, uniting refugees, asylum seekers and new immigrants through the power of football.
As a passionate advocate for culturally and linguistically diverse communities, she founded the Football Without Borders (FWB) Black Panthers football team after recognising the barriers that prevented many women from participating in sports. Under her leadership, female participation surged from 12 players to over eight teams participating in community tournaments, while her collaborations with organisations such as Football Northern Territory expanded opportunities for youth and diverse age groups.
With over 15 years involvement in community, Zainab championed inclusion initiatives being a part of FWB and has made a profound impact: the Refugee World Cup 2024 tournament had more than 400 participants.
As the first ever chair for the Northern Territory’s United Nations Association of Australia - Young Professionals Network, Zainab aspires to empower future generations, fostering inclusivity and resilience through sport.