Ustadha Suzane Derani is a distinguished scholar, hafidha, and educator with over 20 years of experience in Qur’anic sciences and spiritual leadership. Her rigorous training began in Damascus, Syria, where she studied Arabic, Seerah, Aqeedah, and Shāfiʿī fiqh under renowned scholars. A dual-ijāzah holder in the Ḥafṣ recitation and the 10 Qirāʾāt, she has taught Qur’an internationally for over a decade, guiding students across diverse communities with precision and care. She has also studied under notable scholars from California and Syria, further enriching her scholarly grounding.

Beyond her traditional credentials, Ustadha Suzane holds a Master of Divinity and a B.A. in History, bringing a robust spiritual care background as a Muslim chaplain, as well as being a board member for the Rahmah Foundation. Her unique blend of traditional ijāzah, academic excellence, and compassionate mentorship makes her a powerful guide for a reflective and educationally grounded Umrah experience.