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Board of Directors
Board Chair
Ghazala Fauzia
As one of CMW’s founding members, Ghazala has witnessed the non-profit’s tremendous growth. She feels honoured to have been part of all stages of organization’s development by volunteering in various roles, from leadership to event planning to strategic planning to being a CMW speaker to providing trainings, etc. Her involvement with the CMW has helped her grow as a person, a professional, and a community leader by learning and enhancing organizational development skills. Ghazala says the non-profit is an integral part of her life. She has made friends with people coming from different parts of the world. Ghazala is always willing to adapt to the changing needs of the CMW, switching roles as needed. The CMW greatly benefits from her insights as a registered social worker and a skilled psychotherapist. Ghazala is trained in several therapeutic treatment modalities, providing effective help to teens, adults, couples, and families based on their needs, beliefs, and value system.
Vice chair
Tahira Bilal
Tahira comes from a diverse educational and professional background. She has years of experience working as a physician and is certified as a Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor. Tahira is also incredibly passionate about public speaking. During her free time, she likes to conduct presentations for various non-profits and social groups in the community about first aid. Tahira hopes to keep using her exceptional communication skills, whether through a presentation, monologue, or training to continue and educate and those around her.
Treasure
Javeria Khawar
Javeria is a seasoned HR professional with close to a decade of experience in Human Resources, Payroll, and Benefits administration across a spectrum of industries, including hospitality, oil & gas, manufacturing, retail, and non-profit. She holds industry recognized designations and certifications including Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) and a Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP).
Working as the Senior Manager of People & Culture with The Humane Society. She is dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces, enhancing employee engagement, and driving organizational success through effective human capital management strategies.
Being a Muslim immigrant herself she understands the variety of challenges that are faced by racialized individuals in the region, and hopes to use her knowledge and skills to empower and support Muslim women.
Director
Nasreen Nasreen
Nasreen has more than 10 years of experience working as a journalist and communications professional with media organizations and non-profits in Canada and India. She has worked as a writer and editor and managed communications and social media accounts for several non-profits in the past. Nasreen’s work includes writing as a columnist for various newspapers, including The Waterloo Chronicle, Toronto Star, Cambridge Times, and The Daily Mail. She has also produced well-researched stories and news packages while working as an editor with national newspapers. A trained mediator, Nasreen graduated with a Master in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Waterloo. She holds a undergraduate degree in Journalism, as well as a post-graduate degree in Political Science. Nasreen is currently working as the marketing and communications specialist with the Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth. She is also working as the director of communications with Capacity Canada. Passionate about social justice, Nasreen has written extensively about social issues, including racism and discrimination in Canada, Islamophobia, and gender equity. She has been a volunteer with the CMWfor three years. In 2021, Nasreen joined the non-profit as a board director.
Director
Howida Sayeed Ahmed
Howida graduated from the University of Khartoum with an undergraduate degree in Mathematical Science and later enrolled in the Conestoga College’s Computer Programming and Analyst program in Canada. She has 15 years of experience in information technology, business analysis, and systems and application analysis. Howida is passionate about doing community work and helping others. She sits on different committees and organizations, including Mubaraka, which is an international aid organization supporting orphans. Howida is also on the Sudanese Canadian Association’s committee. As one of CMW’s founders, she holds the non-profit close to her heart. Howida says she finds great motivation and strength in the passion of CMW members. She hopes the organization’s work will continue to make a positive change and help Muslim women become great leaders in the community.
Director
Rawan Hussein
Rawan moved to the Region of Waterloo to attend the University of Waterloo in 2013. Following her passion for law, she ventured further to attend law school, only to find herself drawn back to Kitchener-Waterloo, where she now thrives both personally and professionally. As a dedicated business lawyer at Cohen Highley’s Kitchener office, Rawan combines her expertise with a commitment to serving her community. Beyond her legal practice, Rawan channels her energy into supporting aspiring entrepreneurs and championing female business owners, sharing invaluable legal insights to empower them in their endeavors.