Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan

Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan

Keynote Speaker: Peace Activist & Interfaith Leader; Spokesman for Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA; Yale Research Scientist

Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan Biography

Zahir Muhammad Mannan is a peace activist, educator, and interfaith leader focused on fostering understanding across religious, cultural, and community lines. Drawing on a family legacy of service, Mannan continues a tradition of faith-based civic engagement. He holds a Bachelor of Science in behavioral science and psychology from the University of Connecticut and has served as an associate research scientist at Yale University School of Medicine, co-authoring papers on acute pancreatitis published in scientific periodicals. Mannan has also worked as head teacher and administrative associate at the Early Learning Program at Central Connecticut State University.

Within the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, recognized as America's oldest and largest Islamic organization, Mannan serves the Connecticut Chapter's Baitul Aman House of Peace Mosque in Meriden as a member of the executive board, outreach and propagation director, and Holy Quran education and voluntary devotion director. He also acts as a statewide spokesperson, press and media coordinator, and teaches an advanced Holy Quran class for Tahir Academy, the community's school of religious education. Nationally, Mannan is a spokesman and member of the press and media team for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association, as well as its regional interfaith outreach director. His previous roles include national follow-up coordinator for 1-800-WHY-ISLAM, local youth president, and publications director.

A significant chapter in Mannan's public life centers on a story of forgiveness and reconciliation that attracted international attention. After a neighbor fired shots at the Baitul Aman Mosque, Mannan, as outreach director, led the community's response by offering forgiveness. He met with the perpetrator, visited him during incarceration, and developed a friendship that became a symbol of interfaith healing. The story led to joint speaking appearances and was featured on NBC's "Today" show as part of the "True Islam" campaign against extremism. Mannan has stated, "The Quran says everybody deserves a second chance. This is a personification of the real values of Islam."

Mannan's perspectives on peace, pluralism, and Muslim-American identity have been featured in media outlets including BBC, NPR, PRI, New York Times, Christian Science Monitor, WBUR, ThinkProgress, FOX 61, NBC CT, WTNH News 8, WFSB Eyewitness News 3, and ABC. He serves as a voluntary chaplain for the Connecticut State Police and the Meriden Police Department, providing support to law enforcement officers. Mannan contributes to public discourse through op-eds for CT Mirror, addressing the shared roots of world religions and the importance of interfaith understanding. His speaking topics include culture, diversity and inclusion, faith and religion, social activism, and Middle Eastern heritage, positioning him as a resource for audiences seeking dialogue on interfaith relations and community engagement.

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Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan Speaking Topics

Middle East

Social Responsibility

National Security

Overcoming Adversity

Diversity & Inclusion

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Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, DEI, Middle Eastern Heritage, Social Activism, Security & Defense, Muslim, Faith & Religion, Culture, News & Media, World Affairs, Religious Leadership and Research & Exploration.

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Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan generally travels from Middletown, CT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, DEI and Middle Eastern Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan generally travels from Middletown, CT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Khaled A. Beydoun, Zahra Billoo and Linda Sarsour. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 01/06/2026.

Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan Speaking Topics

  • Middle East

  • Social Responsibility

  • National Security

  • Overcoming Adversity

  • Diversity & Inclusion

  • How do I book Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan speak about?

    Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, DEI, Middle Eastern Heritage, Social Activism, Security & Defense, Muslim, Faith & Religion, Culture, News & Media, World Affairs, Religious Leadership and Research & Exploration.
  • Where does Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan travel from?

    Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan generally travels from Middletown, CT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chaplain Zahir Muhammad Mannan or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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