Rohema Miah

Rohema Miah (; born 14 February 1962) is a British independent PR consultant, policy adviser and former political advisor for the Labour Party between 1992 and 2005.
Early life
Miah was born to a Bangladeshi father and a Welsh mother. She is one of six children born in Wales. She was brought up as a Muslim. However, her parents never imposed religion on her and her siblings, and they were allowed to make their own choice. Despite making different choices they have remained close as brothers and sisters.
Political career
Miah is a political advisor and since 1992 has worked with a number of senior politicians. She has served as a political assistant to Oona King (2002-2005) and BAME Advisor to the former Deputy prime minister of the United Kingdom, the Rt. Hon. Harriet Harman QC. MP (1987-2002) and many other recognised politicians. She advises both nationally and internationally on various issues for corporate companies and foreign government officials. a specialist political consultancy that bridges the gap between clients and the decision-making process for policymaking.
Community and inter-faith work
Miah was a Director for the Commission on British Muslims and Islamophobia and Policy, Jermaine Jackson's NGO Earthcare International as well as serving as the Policy and Development Officer for the Muslim think tank, Centre of Muslim Affairs (2006-2007). In this capacity, she brought together scholars and senior politicians to discuss and influence policy change on topics such as active citizenship, the impact of foreign policy on the ground, Islamic finance, and issues of child poverty and forced marriage. She also served as director and co-ordinator for Alif Aleph, promoting interfaith dialogue between Muslims and Jews. and trustee for Newham Welfare Trust. She is a member of the liberal group, MoveOn.org.
Awards and recognition
Miah was awarded the honour of Ambassador for Peace by a United Nations-affiliated NGO, in recognition of her work on equal opportunities and better community/faith relations.

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