Two Callings: Memoir of an American Muslim Social Worker

Two Callings: Memoir of an American Muslim Social Worker traces the extraordinary journey of Dr. Aneesah Nadir, a woman shaped by two profound commitments: Islam and social work. Born and raised in New York, and ultimately finding her home and purpose in Phoenix, Dr. Nadir’s life story is a rare and powerful testament to the intersection of faith, identity, and justice. From her conversion to Islam as a young woman to her pioneering work in Muslim mental health, promoting healthy marriage and social services, she has dedicated decades to community activism, academic leadership, and healing. With honesty and grace, she invites readers into a journey that is deeply human, unapologetically spiritual, and urgently relevant. This memoir is both a spiritual awakening and a professional testimony—an inspiring reminder that when we answer the call to serve, we often discover our truest selves. For anyone seeking purpose, balance, or the courage to follow a calling, Two Callings will resonate.