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Sabira Arefin - Visionary Leader, Global Health Champion, and Technology Innovator

Sabira Arefin, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, author, and global health advocate, is a trailblazing force in the intersection of healthcare, technology, and data privacy. With over 15 years of experience leading impactful initiatives, Sabira stands at the forefront of innovation, driving solutions that empower communities, promote equity, and harness artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems. She is the Founder and CEO of IdMap, a cutting-edge data technology company renowned for its advanced matching engine, and also the visionary behind the Global Health Institute-a platform dedicated to mental health education, research, and workplace wellness.

Sabira’s journey is one marked by resilience, bold vision, and unrelenting passion. A cancer survivor, she transformed personal adversity into a mission-driven life, dedicating herself to initiatives that uplift others. Her academic foundation includes a dual MS/MBA in Health Sector Management from Duke University and ongoing doctoral work at the Swiss School of Business and Management (SSBM), where she is currently pursuing her DBA (expected Fall 2025).

She is the author of several best-selling books including AI Revolutionizing Healthcare, Empower Her, and Longevity: Lessons from Life. As a thought leader, her insights have been published in leading journals and platforms like Entrepreneur, International Business Times, and Harvard’s leadership circles. She has also served as an advisor to multiple digital health and data companies, including VirtualMedC, VirtualDoctorX, and InteleMap.

Recognition and Award: Sabira Arefin was recently honoured with the prestigious Asia’s Inspiring Woman Leader Award by the Asia Awards, powered by the World Research Congress. Receiving this recognition is not only a personal honour but a profound validation of the years of purpose-driven work she has undertaken globally. “I am deeply humbled by this award,"Sabira reflects. “It is a reminder that when we align our passion with purpose, our work can transcend boundaries and transform lives."

She adds, "This award belongs to every woman who has dared to lead with empathy, to every young innovator who dreams big, and to every patient whose voice needs to be heard in the health and tech revolution."

Today, through her growing portfolio of startups and global advisory roles, Sabira continues to champion inclusive innovation, data ethics, and equitable access to mental health resources. Her story is not just one of success—it is one of meaningful impact, unwavering commitment, and the power of vision when rooted in compassion.