2025 DMV Benefit Dinner

4 October, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our DMV Benefit Dinner in Virginia this fall, centered on Championing Change: Justice & Mental Wellness For All.

Celebrate with us as we commemorate our efforts inspiring change in mental health, health policy and advocacy, and more.

Don’t miss an opportunity to hear from our renowned keynote speaker, Dr. Rania Awaad, laugh the night away with comedian, lawyer and host of Hulu’s Muslim Matchmaker, Yasmin Elhady, hear from Dr. Babur Lateef, and other special guests!

Seats are limited. Reserve your ticket today!

Saturday, October 4, 2025

6:00-10:00PM

Marriott Dulles | 45020 Aviation Dr, Dulles, VA

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Refund Policy
All registrations are non-refundable. All registrations are transferable to a replacement attendee.
Sponsorship

Thank you to our sponsors!

 

Tickets

Reserve your ticket today!

Early bird Individual Ticket: $80 (prices rise September 30)

Table of 10: $750

Host Committee: $2,500 (includes discounted tickets for a table of 10 you can fill with family and friends)

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As a Host Committee Member, you’ll receive:

1️⃣ Exclusive access to a private meet-and-greet with the keynote and a professional e-photo

2️⃣ Assigned seating with your guests during the dinner

3️⃣ Recognition on flyers, in the event slideshow, and in the e-program booklet

4️⃣ A quarter-page ad for your business or organization in the e-program booklet

5️⃣ A tax-deductible donation receipt for $2,000 (the $2,500 contribution minus the $500 cost for the table of 10)

Refund Policy

All registrations are non-refundable. All registrations are transferable to a replacement attendee.

Photography and Video Notice / No Liability Disclaimer
By attending this AMHP-hosted or sponsored event, you acknowledge that photography, video, and audio recording may take place. Your presence constitutes consent for AMHP to use your likeness and/or voice for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes without compensation or further approval. If you prefer not to be recorded, please inform an event organizer upon arrival, as AMHP is not liable for any related claims.
Speakers
Dr. Rania Awaad M.D., is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine where she is the Director of the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab as well as Stanford University’s Affiliate Chaplain and Affiliate Professor of Islamic Studies. In the community, she serves as the President and Co-Founder of Maristan.org, a holistic mental health nonprofit serving Muslim communities, and the Director of The Rahmah Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating Muslim women and girls. In addition, she is faculty of Islamic Psychology at Cambridge Muslim College and The Islamic Seminary of America. She is also a Senior Fellow for Yaqeen Institute and the Institute of Social Policy and Understanding. Prior to studying medicine, she pursued classical Islamic studies in Damascus, Syria, and holds certifications (ijaza) in the Qur’an, Islamic Law, and other branches of the Islamic Sciences. Follow her @Dr.RaniaAwaaid

 

Yasmin Elhady is a Comedian, Attorney, and Host of Hulu’s Muslim Matchmaker, where she connects hearts with humor and heart. Born in Egypt and raised in Alabama, Yasmin blends her professional world with her comedic voice to challenge stereotypes, amplify underrepresented voices, and foster empathy. She’s toured internationally, performed at The Kennedy Center and on Netflix is a Joke Radio, has been featured on NBC’s True Story with Ed Helms and Randall Park, and was a “Yes, And… Laughter Lab” finalist. A passionate advocate for refugees and women’s rights, her comedy explores the intersections of faith, culture, motherhood, and identity, offering a unique and powerful lens on today’s most pressing issues. Whether on stage, on screen, or in service, Yasmin uses laughter to inspire change, connect communities, and empower others to live boldly and authentically.

 

Dr. Babur Lateef is a physician, public servant, and education advocate with deep roots in Virginia. He has served as Chairman of the Prince William County School Board since 2018 and the University of Virginia Health System Board, leading efforts to expand access to quality education and healthcare across the Commonwealth.

A graduate of public schools, Dr. Lateef holds degrees from Youngstown State University and Northeast Ohio Medical University, with advanced training in ophthalmology from the University of Rochester and University of Cincinnati. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in education leadership at the University of Virginia.

Under his leadership, PWCS navigated the COVID-19 pandemic, implemented fair labor practices, increased teacher pay, and expanded mental health resources—earning recognition from Forbes as one of Virginia’s top districts to work for.

In healthcare, Dr. Lateef has advanced access and innovation through his role at UVA Health and as a respected ophthalmologist in Woodbridge. He also teaches at George Washington University and has been recognized as one of Northern Virginia’s Top Doctors by Washingtonian Magazine.

 

Date
Oct 04 2025
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Time
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Cost
$80.00
Location
Marriott Dulles
45020 Aviation Dr, Dulles, VA 20166
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