Muslim Charities Convention 2023

Chairman of Muslim Charities Forum and former Director-General Africa in FCDO, was previously the British Ambassador to Indonesia. Now, he’s Managing Director for Global Delivery at World Resources Institute, focusing on Asia and the Middle East.

Chair of the Charity Commission and a commercial barrister for nearly 30 years, practising at 4 Stone Buildings. He was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 2014 (King’s Counsel in 2022).

Interim Director of the Global People and Culture department at Human Appeal. Pulvisha is experienced in HR, Safeguarding and Volunteers Management.

Partner at charity-specialised law firm Bates Wells where he leads on advising Muslim charities operating in the UK and overseas on a wide range of legal issues. Recognised as a key lawyer for charities in legal directories.

Labour MP for Luton North, Shadow Minister for tackling homelessness, health inequality, and supporting healthcare workers. Also Chair of East and South East Asians for Labour.

UK-based Islamic Finance & Fintech consultant and heads the global Shariah advisory firm Amanah Advisors.

Trustee at the Aziz Foundation, Rahima is currently studying her Masters in Developmental Psychology at University College London.

Philanthropy specialist with a PhD in Marketing and Business Strategy. Award-winning fundraiser and educator at prestigious institutions.

Experienced leader in venture philanthropy and grantmaking. Led impactful programs empowering disadvantaged communities with cross-disciplinary teamwork.

Natalie Bennett (or Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle) is a Green Party member of the House of Lords, having been leader of the England and Wales party from 2012-2018

Specialist in reputation, media and privacy disputes.  She advises on defamation, misuse of private information, harassment and data protection. She is highlighted as rising star and recommended lawyer in Legal 500.

Partner at law firm Bates Wells specialising in impact investment, capital-raising and charity law. Also board member of the Global Alliance of Impact Lawyers’ (GAIL).

Chartered accountant, Euro Quality Foundation Trustee, focusing on halal trade, riba-free investments, and strategic philanthropy. He chairs Craven Arms Islamic Centre’s Trustees.

CEO of Fundraising Regulator, former Big Lottery Fund Director, freelanced for charities. Actively serves as trustee and Chair in multiple organisations.

Senior Communications Advisor at Islamic Relief Worldwide. Mohammad Shakir is media expert with 15+ years in journalism, broadcasting, and crisis communications.

Founder of Sustainably Muslim. Nazia is passionate about exploring the relationship between Islam and the environment, and wants to see greater participation from Muslims in environmental spaces. 

Digital marketing expert, published author of two books and a university lecturer, Hassan currently holds a pivotal position at Nestle UK&I, where he leads digital transformation initiatives.

Director of Programmes at Muslim Hands UK, Shakil is a Chartered Manager and holds an Executive MBA and Senior Leaders master’s degree from Nottingham Trent University.

Deputy CEO of READ Foundation. With over 23 years of experience in the charity sector, Javeria has worked at various International NGO’s in the UK, Jordan and Pakistan.

CEO and founder of Pfida, an ethical fintech providing equal and fair opportunities for everyone to save, invest and own a home without interest and debt.

Head of Education at charity-specialised law firm Bates Wells where she leads on education and safeguarding advice for charities and educational institutions. Also, trustee of The Unicorn Theatre and Opera Holland Park.

Head of Communications and Creative Content at Islamic Relief UK. Shazia’s background is in media and advocacy having worked in the NGO sector for over a decade.

Safeguarding Co-ordinator for Islamic Relief Worldwide. Nasheima has an extensive background in race relations, community development, training and human resource management.

Funding Manager at City Bridge Trust/Bridge House Estates, governed by the City of London Corporation. Worked on a range of grant-making programmes and experienced in community development.

Founder of iWill Solicitors, Haroon has overseen the preparation of thousands of Wills to date, and is widely acknowledged as the leading practitioner with regards to Islamic Wills in the country.

Founder and Chair of All Ways Network. Ayesha is experienced in grant-making and works to ensure more Muslim-led not-for-profits (NFPs) engage with mainstream funders.

Data and privacy associate at law firm Bates Wells, advising domestic and global not-for-profits with data protection and privacy advice, as well as GDPR-compliance.

Head of Community Engagement & Fundraising at Muslim Charity. Islam has been working with charities, NGOs and community organisations for over two decades, including Muslim Hands and Human Appeal.

Chief Executive at the National Zakat Foundation. Prior to this, Dr Sohail held the position of BA Manager and Lecturer at Cambridge Muslim College.

Broadcaster and journalist Mars El Brogy is the Head of Digital at Spotlime Media. She also writes for the Evening Standard, The Independent, The Telegraph and BBC Good Food.

Director of the Muslim Youth Helpline, Maaria previously managed a portfolio in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan, working to enhance Track II relations in the region.

Chair of Trustees at the award winning arts and culture charity – Ramadan Tent Project. By profession, Toib is an HR practitioner and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD)

Media litigation and reputation management lawyer for Carter Ruck, also spearheads the firm’s Commercial Dispute Resolution practice. Adam’s clients include multinational corporations, NGOs and leading business people.

Senior Director of Partnerships and Outreach at Internews Europe; previously a Senior Special Advisor on Development and International Relations to the Prime Minister of Somalia where he provided high level advisory support on Development and International Relations.

An entrepreneur with a passion for social impact, Naeem has raised millions for charities, organised prestigious events, and ventured into perilous regions. He’s known for injecting fresh energy into the non-profit sector.

Founder of N3O, a UK-based software company building an enterprise application for NGO’s & Charities. Previously, he was the Deputy CEO of READ Foundation and oversaw International programmes for Human Appeal in both the UK and as Country Director in Yemen.

A seasoned Digital Marketing professional with almost two decades of experience, her career highlights include successfully managing substantial digital marketing budgets, advising on digital strategy, and leading teams to deliver flagship campaigns.

Director of Islamic Relief UK; Tufail has 17 years’ experience in the humanitarian and development sector, leading on marketing and fundraising campaigns. Under his leadership, Islamic Relief UK has significantly increased its income and developed successful partnerships with communities across the country.

Director of Research and Policy at peace-building NGO Conciliation Resources, Teresa also coordinates NGO dialogue with banks and the UK government on reducing the negative impact of sanctions and counter-terrorism financing regulations on humanitarian and peace-building action.

Strategic Lead for Volunteering at Sport England, promoting grassroots sport & community well-being. Representing Vision for Volunteering, a 10-year initiative emphasising awareness, power, equity, collaboration & experimentation.

Executive director of membership and operations at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, supporting the fundraising community to help good causes.