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Khadija Omar
From Refugee Camp to Miss Cosmos: The Khadija Omar Story
EP. 68 / 47:13
From a refugee camp in Kenya to the international stage of Miss World and Miss Universe, Khadija Omar has spent her life shattering glass ceilings. In this powerful episode of the Oasis, host Haqq Islam sits down with the groundbreaking model and entrepreneur to discuss her incredible journey of resilience, faith, and fashion.
SEP 17, 2026
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EPISODE NO. 68 / 47:13
Ep 68: From Refugee Camp to Miss Cosmos: The Khadija Omar Story
Special guest: Khadija Omar
From a refugee camp in Kenya to the international stage of Miss World and Miss Universe, Khadija Omar has spent her life shattering glass ceilings. In this powerful episode of the Oasis, host Haqq Islam sits down with the groundbreaking model and entrepreneur to discuss her incredible journey of resilience, faith, and fashion.
Khadija opens up about her early years in a refugee camp and the transition to life in Canada at age nine. She shares how she navigated bullying and identity struggles to become the first hijabi woman to represent Somalia on the world stage. You will learn about her transition from a high school shooting guard to a pageant queen, and the unwavering support from her parents that fueled her courage.
The conversation also dives into the business side of pageantry and Khadija's entrepreneurial spirit. She discusses the launch of House of Hooyo, her custom couture brand dedicated to her mother, and her work as an ambassador for humanitarian causes like Smile Train Africa. Khadija also speaks candidly about her personal growth, her decision regarding the hijab, and her upcoming quest for the Miss Cosmo crown in Vietnam. This interview is a masterclass in building confidence and turning your unique story into your greatest strength.
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