Sanat Karkat is the Founder and CEO of UPROAR, a premier speaking agency for Muslim women, dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices. With a Master’s in Conflict Resolution from King’s College London and a certification in Fundraising Management from the Lilly School of Philanthropy, she merges advocacy, strategy, and execution to drive impact. As the Philanthropy and Community Engagement Officer at the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP), Sanat strengthens supporter communities and expands philanthropic initiatives. Previously, she served as Northeast Regional Manager for Islamic Relief USA. Sanat made history as the first female Vice President of Deir Debwan Charity Organization (DDC), where she launched the organization’s first-ever series of women’s events and meaningful engagement.

A true New Yorker with deep roots in Palestine, she keeps it real—whether securing the right speaker, mobilizing resources, or breaking barriers for Muslim women in professional spaces. Sanat gets the job done—and she brings her community and heart with her.