Meet The Team
Board Of Directors
AKHUWAT’s universal vision is to rise above living a self-centric life. AKHUWAT’s core message is living a life full of love and service to others. To end pain and suffering around the world, caused by poverty demands that we share part of our blessings with others and take on some of their pains as ours.
A life of service to humanity should be based on the principle of inclusivity so that we rise above our personal faith, country, race, sect, etc. AKHUWAT’s mission is to promote universal love and belief in the ideology of ONENESS, we are all one and THE ONE is in all of us.
Dr. Amjad SaqibFounder Akhuwat
In 2020 , we were extremely delighted to receive such an encouraging response from Pakistani Americans and their support for initiatives like interest-free micro finance. However, In 2020 the Covid-19 pandemic brought the entire world to a stand still.
In these testing times, generous people from across the world came together to help those in need.
Their generosity in the form of time and money has created a great impact in the lives of many people and reinforced the concept of brotherhood. Your generosity has made a remarkable impact in the lives of these people and we truly value your support. I would like to thank all of our donors for their continued support for Akhuwat's mission and hope that you will continue playing your role in creating a better world for all.
Mr. Azhar HameedGlobal President Their generosity in the form of time and money has created a great impact in the lives of many people and reinforced the concept of brotherhood. Your generosity has made a remarkable impact in the lives of these people and we truly value your support. I would like to thank all of our donors for their continued support for Akhuwat's mission and hope that you will continue playing your role in creating a better world for all.
An academic and a professional engineer in the fields of mobile telecommunications, computer sciences and electromagnetics. Nomaan has an exceptional drive to serve the country of his birth, Pakistan, for the growth of its economy and for helping people to stand on their feet.
He has also founded the non-profit Industrial Partnership Projects to support poor students to start manufacturing related businesses in Pakistan.
Nomaan is currently working with T-Mobile, Inc, USA, as Principal Engineer. He began his career as a lecturer in 1990 at the University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore. He still teaches as Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas and Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas
Dr. Nomaan MuftiPresident Nomaan is currently working with T-Mobile, Inc, USA, as Principal Engineer. He began his career as a lecturer in 1990 at the University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore. He still teaches as Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas and Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas
Amy brings over 16 years of experience in healthcare strategy and planning, working with various public sector stakeholders to drive system improvements resulting in improved access and better care for patients. She currently works for the Ontario government, at Ontario Health as the Director of System Strategy, planning and program implementation. Amy has an undergrad in Business Finance and management, and an MBA from Wilfred Laurier University. Amy is passionate about supporting and advancing Akhuwat’s mandate through the Canadian chapter. You can reach Amy at amy@akhuwat.ca
Ms. Amy KhanDirector
Shazeb is a dedicated policy analyst and advocate committed to advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion. He has worked across various departments within the federal Government of Canada and currently serves as a Policy and Research Analyst at the Department of Canadian Heritage’s Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Branch. His expertise spans policy development, anti-racism initiatives, and gender-based violence prevention.
Beyond government, Shazeb played a key role at Akhuwat Pakistan, leading and supporting major fundraising initiatives for transformative projects like the Khwajasira Support Program and Akhuwat College.
As Secretary of Akhuwat Canada, he provides administrative leadership and serves as a liaison between the Board, staff, and Akhuwat Global, ensuring seamless collaboration and impact.
Connect with Shazeb at shazeb@akhuwat.ca to learn more or explore opportunities to collaborate.
Mr. Shazeb ChaudhryDirector
Hasan brings over 15 years of corporate, commercial, and investment banking experience across Pakistan, the Middle East, and Canada. He currently serves on the board of the Kensington Health Foundation in Toronto. Hasan holds dual undergraduate degrees in Economics and in Energy, Business, and Finance from Penn State University.
Mr. Hasan RahimDirector Development & Support Team
Neelam has been an integral part of Akhuwat technology, social media management and customer support.
As head of Akhuwat USA and Akhuwat Canada operations, Neelam looks after implementation of key strategic programs that Akhuwat runs across the year in raising funds for Pakistan.
Ms. Neelam NaseerHead of Operations