Our Team
Ishfaq Chaman
Executive Director
Throughout my career, I have dedicated over twenty-five of my most impactful years to serving a range of institutions in diverse and dynamic leadership roles. This extensive experience has enabled me to develop a deep reservoir of knowledge and expertise.
Driven by a passion for positive transformation, my lifelong commitment has been to support the growth and evolution of our community’s mindset. Drawing on this experience, I am confident that the insights I bring will prove invaluable in navigating the challenges ahead and shaping a brighter future for our organization.
In my current role, my core responsibilities include:
Strategic Leadership: Steering the organization’s vision, mission, and long-term strategy, while ensuring that all programs and operations are aligned with our core values and objectives.
Board Engagement: Acting as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, supporting governance practices, policy development, and high-level decision-making.
Fundraising & Resource Development: Leading fundraising strategies, nurturing donor relationships, and securing financial resources through grants, partnerships, and targeted campaigns.
Financial Oversight: Overseeing budgeting, financial planning, and reporting processes to promote transparency, compliance, and fiscal responsibility.
Program Management: Directing the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs to ensure measurable impact and meaningful outcomes.
Team Leadership: Recruiting, mentoring, and managing staff while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and performance-driven culture.
Public Relations & Advocacy: Representing the organization to stakeholders, media, and the broader community. Advocating for the mission and strengthening external partnerships.
Operational Management: Managing day-to-day administrative functions, including human resources, legal compliance, and internal systems.
Junaid Gabriel
Secretary Finance
As Secretary Finance, I am responsible for overseeing the financial health and integrity of the organization. My core responsibilities include:
Budget Oversight: Collaborating with the Executive Director and Treasurer to develop, monitor, and report on the organization’s annual budget.
Financial Reporting: Preparing and presenting clear, accurate financial statements to the board to support informed decision-making.
Compliance & Record-Keeping: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, donor requirements, and internal policies while maintaining organized and transparent financial records.
Fund Management: Managing the allocation and monitoring of funds across programs, including grants, donations, and operational expenditures.
Policy Development: Contributing to the development and revision of financial policies and internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure accountability.
Board Liaison: Serving as a trusted financial advisor to the board, providing strategic guidance grounded in fiscal analysis.
