Kanya Shabazz

Kanya Shabazz is a seasoned strategic and organizational development specialist with extensive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector. Most recently, she served as Chief Operating Officer at Groundswell Fund, where she developed operational policies and managed IT strategy and cybersecurity. Kanya's commitment to fostering an inclusive culture is evident in her equitable HR practices and employee engagement initiatives.

Prior to Groundswell Fund, Kanya was the Deputy Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer at Muslim Advocates, leading transformational initiatives, multi-year strategic planning, and the organization’s first collective bargaining agreement. As a BDO Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional, she also served as in-house CFO, overseeing budgeting and financial reporting to support effective governance.

With a proven track record of impactful leadership and community service, she continues to drive positive change and enhance operational efficiency. Kanya holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Child Development from Tufts University, grounding her approach in a deep understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics.