OUR TEAM
ACED is powered by a team of remarkable Malaysian women of Afghan origin who have committed their lives to making a positive impact on society. Their dedication and extensive expertise have brought ACED to the forefront of our cause. Get to know our remarkable team members.

PRESIDENT
Cikgu Norisah Akbar, 56
Government Retiree
A mother of 6 children, she holds a Law Degree from International Islamic University Malaysia and currently continues to contribute to society through her involvement in training graduates from Tahfiz schools in fast-track programs to prepare them for public school exams.
This endeavor allows these Huffaz grads to have a smoother, seamless transition into the mainstream education system, providing them with opportunities they may not have had otherwise.
Her academic background and experience makes her well-suited for this role, and her efforts are commendable in promoting access to education for all.

VICE PRESIDENT
Nurul Mawaddah Nazri, 37
A mother of 3 children, with academic qualification of an HND in Business Management from ITP College has provided a strong foundation for her successful career in the Oil & Gas industry.
With 15 years of experience in this field, she has acquired extensive knowledge and skills while working for a reputable multinational corporation.
Her expertise in this industry is a testament to her dedication and commitment to their profession.

SECRETARY
Norsiah Akbar, 66
Government Retiree
A mother of 9 children, she had a 27-year career in the public sector, specifically in diplomacy and administration, She earned a Master's degree in Public Administration from the Economics Faculty at Universiti Malaya.
Prior to this, she holds a degree in Sociology and Anthropology from the same esteemed institution.
Her extensive experience mainly in the policy making process of the public sector and her underlying passion to help marginalized communities makes her a highly valuable contributor in the organization.

TREASURER
Nurul Fatehah, 25
With a Bachelor's degree in Management and Entrepreneurship from UNIKL Business School,.
This individual has honed her skills in both business strategy and innovation.
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AFGHANISTAN AFFILIATE
Prof. Tahir Safarez, 40
A distinguished lecturer at Kabul University and a prominent advisor to the Ministry of Education for Educational Curriculum Affairs in Afghanistan, brings a wealth of experience in writing, teaching, and humanitarian work to his role as founder of TAKAFUL Charity Foundation.
With a deep commitment to improving education and supporting vulnerable communities in Afghanistan, Prof. Tahir's expertise and dedication have earned him a reputation as a respected leader in the field of education and social development.

ADVISOR - TECHNICAL
Wanira Noor, 50
A mother of 4 children, she is currently involved in the IT industry.
She started out as an entrepreneur in child care and education, as the owner of an international preschool center. She was also actively involved in ensuring the well being and sustained education of refugee children and families as well as in the general humanitarian work for refugees.
She is also a co-founder of Youth Care Malaysian (YCM) which is currently a very active NGO in this country.
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