Ghazala Hashmi is a prominent figure in the Virginia State Senate, where she serves as a member as of 2024. With a strong background in education and advocacy, Hashmi has dedicated her career to promoting social justice and equality.
Before her election, she was a professor and the founding director of the Center for South Asian Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University. In the Senate, she focuses on issues such as education, healthcare, and civil rights, working tirelessly to create policies that benefit her constituents and the broader community.
Hashmi is recognized for her leadership and commitment to fostering inclusive dialogue in Virginia’s legislative processes. Indiaspora is proud to have Ghazala Hashmi on our Government Leaders list.