Shaheen Hughes is the inaugural CEO of the Museum of Freedom and Tolerance, a virtual social change institution designed to promote the benefits of a socially cohesive society free from racial and religious discrimination. Prior to this, Shaheen was responsible for founding the international In the Zone conference initiative at UWA, now a significant geopolitical forum in the Asian region.

She has 20 years experience in the fields of advocacy, policy, international communications and events management, has worked in the resources sector and for State and Local government. Shaheen completed a foundation in fine arts, an honours degree in Art History and English Literature, and a Masters degree in international communications in the United Kingdom.

Shaheen Hughes is also the founder of Indian food, history and nostalgia blog Spice Mama.