Dr.Idrisa is an academic and social justice advocate focused on interfaith relations, anti-oppression, anti-racism, gender and Islam, and the Kashmir conflict, recognized for her community contributions and volunteerism.

Mr. Khalid Khokhar is the Executive Director of the Islamic Centre of Cambridge, a lifelong educator and school administrator with extensive experience in nonprofit organizations, including his roles as a mentor and advisor at MSS.

Brice is a Professor Emeritus at Wilfrid Laurier University, co-founder of Interfaith Grand River, and an ordained Mennonite minister with extensive chaplaincy experience, particularly with marginalized communities in Kitchener and Denver.

Qadir Ahmadi is an accounting graduate student at Conestoga College, former program coordinator for Afghanistan Libre, and an active member of Ismaili Volunteer Corps with experience supporting education and healthcare initiatives for marginalized women and girls in rural Afghanistan.

Anwar Shah Arkani is a Burmese Rohingya linguistic specialist, founder of the Rohingya Association of Canada, and cofounder of the Rohingya Language School, leading advocacy campaigns and producing "Time To Act: Rohingya Voices."

Tina Baksh is rejoining the board with excitement after a break. She holds a Master’s in Education, a Bachelor in Business Management, and an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration. With over 10 years of experience supporting marginalized communities, Tina is passionate about creating safe spaces and helping others reach their goals through creative problem-solving.

Asima Roohi is a licensed lawyer and Notary Public in Ontario and the founder of Asima Roohi Professional Corporation. She provides legal services in immigration, wills and estates, landlord-tenant disputes, and small claims. Fluent in five languages, Asima is committed to access to justice and supporting marginalized communities.

Rihanat migrated to Canada in 2010, holding a Bachelor’s of Science and an Associate degree in Islamic Education, and is an active member of the Muslim, immigrant, and African communities in the Waterloo Region, involved in various boards and committees and supporting community events and programs.

Takhmina Shokirova is a researcher, educator, and practitioner specializing in social justice and migration, with a focus on gender equity, migrant workers, and children and youth in migration, combining her interdisciplinary education and experience in social work, peace studies, and human rights.

Sehrish Haroon is a Registered Psychotherapist and Approved Consultant in both Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, specializing in trauma-informed care. She offers psychotherapy, clinical consultation, and CRPO supervision through her practice, Infinity Psychotherapy. Currently pursuing a PhD in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy at Laurier, her research focuses on vicarious trauma and post-traumatic growth. Sehrish is passionate about supporting the community—especially the Muslim community—through education and care rooted in the belief that healing is always possible.

Asu Negash is a committed psychology student at the University of Waterloo, with strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills, and has made significant contributions to community service and mental health advocacy through her work with Muslim Social Services, YMCA, and other organizations.