FahmidaFoundation

Governing Body

Governing Body

The Fahmida Foundation is guided by a diverse and dedicated governing body composed of visionary leaders, professionals, educators, and philanthropists. Each member brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the Foundation’s mission of social development, education, and community upliftment. Their collective expertise and passion ensure transparency, accountability, and strategic growth across all programs and initiatives. With backgrounds in healthcare, education, business, and charitable work, our board members play a crucial role in shaping the direction of our organization and driving impactful change in the lives of those we serve.
Dr. Sheikh Idris is a medical practitioner and in the profession for the past 48 years. Having acquired multiple qualifications from prestigious institutions in the UK and USA and has earned a name in the industry as a distinguished practitioner specializing in the treatment of anesthesia. An honorary fellow of the Royal College of Medicine England, Mr. Sheikh is a dedicated philanthropist and President of our foundation.

Rukhsana Sheikh has an impressive portfolio of charity and services to the society. An ardent speaker for women’s rights and a patron of vocational training center, she is the chief sponsor of COSARAF Foundations Grant to Fahmida Begum Foundation. Apart from philanthropist services, Ms Sheikh has worked as a teacher, beauty therapist, medical secretary and an investor in CareTech Plc Community Services Ltd.

Naureen Sheikh A retired teacher and thinker, Ms Naureen is a resident of London, from where she participates in a number of societal projects like this one. She is specifically well-versed in educational development programs as she did her B-Ed in Social Biology from the London University in 1983. Throughout her life, she has had the experience of residing in different cities including Harare, Cape town and London.

Haroon Sheikh The CEO of CareTech Plc is an important part of the Fahmida Begum Foundation. A graduate of London University, he is a noted entrepreneur, philanthropist, and figurehead of the community. He is an awardee of the 2008 Coutts Family Business prize award and an Enterprise Fellow of the Prince’s Trust International.

Saba Sheikh, mother of 5, is running an Islamic School she founded. She has been involved with a number of charity events like Charity Right – International Food Programme, the National Zakat Foundation, the Ummah Welfare Trust and Human Relief Foundation. She is a passionate philanthropist and actively participates in different initiatives aimed at societal well-being.

Mr Farouq Sheikh is the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of CareTech
Plc. He is a renowned investor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist in the UK. Mr Sheikh has received recognition from Laing and Buisson, Coutts Bank and Ernst & Young. He regularly participates in healthcare conferences to raise awareness regarding learning disability. He is an Enterprise Fellow of the Prince’s Trust International and a member of the Mosaic National Advisory Board.

Akbar Sheikh A seasoned entrepreneur and philanthropist is a principal within the Sheikhs Holding Group. Prior to this, Mr Sheikh has an illustrious experience in the real estate industry and has delivered projects worth above £120m. He has studied at prestigious institutions including University of Warwick, Wharton Business School, China Europe International Business School and the University of Cambridge. A recipient of Next Generation Entrepreneur of the Year 2014 by Ernst & Young, Mr Sheikh also holds an illustrious portfolio of philanthropic activities and services to the community. He is an enterprise fellow of the Prince’s trust.
Ayesha Ayub With over 10 years of experience leading delivery teams and driving strategic initiatives, Ayesha brings a focused approach to enhancing operational efficiency and fostering innovation at FBF. She excels in aligning team objectives with organizational goals, optimizing resources, and streamlining processes. Her collaborative leadership style cultivates a culture of growth and transparency, empowering the team to achieve meaningful results. Ayesha holds a BSc (Hons) in Business Management and is PRINCE2 certified. She is also an accomplished mentor, guiding young women in the AI and technology fields to make informed decisions, establish their values, and realize their potential.
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