Our Journey
The AZF was founded in 2015 with a steadfast commitment of its founders to addressing the interconnected challenges of poverty, education, inequality, and climate change. AZF’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that by tackling these issues holistically, we can create sustainable change and empower communities country wide. We strive to provide access to education at all levels and resources, alleviate poverty through economic empowerment initiatives, promote equality and social justice, and advocate for environmental sustainability to ensure a greener future for generations to come. Through collaborative efforts and innovative solutions, we aim to build a broad base in the country where every individual has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Why you should join the mission
By volunteering with us, you'll have the opportunity to contribute your time, skills, and passion to meaningful projects that address pressing issues like education, health, poverty , climate , inequality etc.Together we can make a brighter future for all.
Board of Governors
Ali Zafar
PRESIDENT
Ms. Ayesha is an NLP Practitioner and Life Coach. She has a bachelor’s degree in TV, film, and theatre from BNU. She is certified by the American Board of NLP as a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Master Practitioner of Hypnotherapy, and Master Practitioner in Timeline Therapy®️ Training. She has also been trained by Aliyah Mohyeddin of Dynamic Communications. Her vision is to assist individuals in accessing their most authentic selves and realizing their full potential. By doing so, she aims to contribute to the collective growth and development of our society. She has a kind and caring heart for the welfare of children.
Ayesha Fazli
VICE PRESIDENT
Ms. Ayesha is an NLP Practitioner and Life Coach. She has a bachelor’s degree in TV, film, and theatre from BNU. She is certified by the American Board of NLP as a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Master Practitioner of Hypnotherapy, and Master Practitioner in Timeline Therapy®️ Training. She has also been trained by Aliyah Mohyeddin of Dynamic Communications. Her vision is to assist individuals in accessing their most authentic selves and realizing their full potential. By doing so, she aims to contribute to the collective growth and development of our society.
Prof. Dr. Kanwal Ameen
VICE PRESIDENT
Dr Ghazal is the Chairperson and Professor at the Department of Philosophy, School of Humanities, Forman Christian College – A Chartered University. She did her Post Doc. Fulbright Scholar at the State University of New York: Stony Brook. She has served as a member of the core faculty of LUMS at the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences from 2001 -2011, She has presented at international conferences and published articles in journals and books. She served as Vice-President and President Islamic Philosophical Association from 1982 onwards. Dr. Gazala has been President Pakistan-Japan Cultural Association since 2013 and is Secretary General of the All-Pakistan Music Conference.
Abdullah Bin Farooq
MEMBER
Mr. Abdullah is a business graduate with a specialization in HRM and has earned multiple awards and recognitions for his academic and professional achievements. He has hands-on experience working with public, private, and multinational corporations as a consultant and team member. His expertise includes policy development, performance management, and conflict resolution
Atif Hassan
MEMBER
Atif Hassan, Master’s in Social Work, has over 34 years of work experience in social development and social safeguards in multisectoral development projects. financed by the United Nations, Asian Development Bank, World Bank, UNICEF, and other national and international entities. He has profound expertise in education, water and sanitation, water resource management, and agriculture sectors. Being part of an organization, he pioneered, practiced, and executed a low-cost sanitation-component-sharing model in Punjab. He contributed to the construction and operations of community-based rural water supply and sanitation schemes in South Punjab. He had been part of the UNICEF team that implemented the Universal Primary Education (UPE) project in Sialkot. A hundred percent enrollment, zero drop-outs, and provision of quality education for school-going children were ensured through community participation in UPE. Atif has been a board member of innovative no-profit organizations namely MUWAIN, Punjab Urban Resource Center (PURC), Siaban-Khuda Ki Basti, and Hopewell Foundation. There are a few publications in his name such as “Lahore Vision 2030 for Water, Sanitation, and Solid Waste”, “Three Generations, Two Genders, One World” and “Position Paper on Water and Sanitation Punjab”.
Dr. Ghazala Irfan
MEMBER
Dr Ghazal is the Chairperson and Professor at the Department of Philosophy, School of Humanities, Forman Christian College – A Chartered University. She did her Post Doc. Fulbright Scholar at the State University of New York: Stony Brook. She has served as a member of the core faculty of LUMS at the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences from 2001 -2011, She has presented at international conferences and published articles in journals and books. She served as Vice-President and President Islamic Philosophical Association from 1982 onwards. Dr. Gazala has been President Pakistan-Japan Cultural Association since 2013 and is Secretary General of the All-Pakistan Music Conference.
Muhammad Barakullah
MEMBER
Salma Butt
MEMBER
Ms. Salma Butt is a highly experienced youth development expert with over 13 years of experience. She holds a master's degree in Psychology and is an alumna of SIT, USA, and a UNU Jordan Fellow. Currently serving as a second-term member of the Punjab Provincial Assembly, Ms. Butt is also a budding politician. Her success is attributed to her tireless dynamism and charismatic personality. She finds fulfillment in dedicating herself to serving marginalized communities, with a specific focus on minorities and women.
Sana Ali
MEMBER
Shahid Gul
MEMBER
Shahid Mahmood Gul is an accomplished academician with over three decades of experience in the field of philosophy. He served as the Chairperson of the Department of Philosophy at the University of the Punjab, Lahore. His commitment to continuous learning led him to pursue further education, including a Summer Fellowship in Bioethics at Yale University, New Haven CT, United States. Mr. Shahid served as Director of Student Affairs and Resident Officer at the University. He has a strong commitment to voluntarism and actively participated in various relief efforts, including earthquake relief in 2005, aiding internally displaced persons in Swat in 2009, offering aid to flood victims in South Punjab in 2011, and contributing to drought relief efforts in Thar, Sindh, in 2014. Shahid Gul is a poet and accomplished author, who enjoys reading, music, and Sufism. He is also a valued member of various associations, including the Alumni Association of the Bio-Ethics Center at Yale University, the Pakistan Philosophical Congress, and the Board of Directors of Burgad, a social sector NGO.
Management Team
Farrakh Ameen
MEMBER
Ms. Sana Ali, an MPhil graduate in Communication Studies, is dedicated to serving humanity and helping those in need. She actively volunteers and donates to various organizations that provide essential services to the less fortunate. For the last 9 years, she has been managing a food drive that feeds 200 people 2-3 times a week. Ms. Sana firmly believes that compassion and generosity have the power to make a positive impact on the world. She believes that by extending kindness and assistance to others, we can bring meaningful changes in the lives of people and communities.
Awais Khalid
MEMBER
Ms. Sana Ali, an MPhil graduate in Communication Studies, is dedicated to serving humanity and helping those in need. She actively volunteers and donates to various organizations that provide essential services to the less fortunate. For the last 9 years, she has been managing a food drive that feeds 200 people 2-3 times a week. Ms. Sana firmly believes that compassion and generosity have the power to make a positive impact on the world. She believes that by extending kindness and assistance to others, we can bring meaningful changes in the lives of people and communities.
Muhammad Imran
MEMBER
Ms. Sana Ali, an MPhil graduate in Communication Studies, is dedicated to serving humanity and helping those in need. She actively volunteers and donates to various organizations that provide essential services to the less fortunate. For the last 9 years, she has been managing a food drive that feeds 200 people 2-3 times a week. Ms. Sana firmly believes that compassion and generosity have the power to make a positive impact on the world. She believes that by extending kindness and assistance to others, we can bring meaningful changes in the lives of people and communities.