Zuleikha is an international performer, educator, and social activist whose work inspires dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through movement.

Founder and executive director of the nonprofit organization, The Storydancer Project, Zuleikha works worldwide to bring greater health, resilience and joy to girls, women, children, and families who face challenging life circumstances. Her innovative Take a Minute™ Core Wellness Exercises and Body Listening Movement Arts draw on movement, breath, and rhythm to integrate heart and mind, body and spirit.

Zuleikha is renowned for her "storydance" performances, and for creative collaborations celebrating the poetry of Rumi. She is the recipient of humanitarian awards for her work in the world promoting positive personal and social change.