MEET THE TEAM

Emad is the CEO & Founder of Compu-Shack.Net and is a philanthropist who has been involved with a variety of local and national community projects and initiatives for more than 26 years. He is the founder of Georgians for Syrian Refugees, and worked on building educational institutions for displaced Syrians in and out of the country.

A pediatrician by profession and a humanitarian at heart, Mona brings a deep personal commitment to uplifting vulnerable communities.

Before founding Ethaar, Mona worked closely with refugee families on an individual level, providing essential social support. Her dedication to this work led her to help launch the Atlanta chapter of the Syrian Community Network—an initiative that ultimately laid the foundation for Ethaar’s broader vision and impact.

Her leadership continues to shape Ethaar’s growth as a trusted organization focused on dignity, empowerment, and long-term resilience for those forced to rebuild their lives far from home.

Azka is an advocate for human and civil rights. She has a background in research, policy analysis, and social inequalities. Azka believes in creating research-informed social change and policy reform. Azka’s focus is on American Muslims, their full and meaningful participation in society, and their engagement in the political spheres.

Nada Adam is a Syrian American Lawyer from Cleveland, now residing in Georgia. She practiced law in Georgia until 2001.She has served on several nonprofit governing boards, including Amana Academy Charter School and Syrian Community Network, Atlanta Chapter.

Osama is a Software Developer and an Assistant Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America. Using the scouting methods, Mourad wants to serve the community through Ethaar, focusing on character and leadership development, citizenship training, and personal fitness.

Umber’s earliest work after moving to Georgia was with the refugee community in Clarkston, specifically Afghani children. She continues to work with and support relief, education, and advocacy organizations whose aim it is to empower refugees.

Shazia Akbar is a dedicated community advocate and long-time supporter of Ethaar. With a strong commitment to social impact and service, she brings compassion and insight to her role on the board.

Sarah Karim joins Ethaar with years of experience as a member and co-founder of Atlanta-based Muslim organizations. In 2019 she co-founded Atlanta Muslim Hub and since then hosted Atlanta’s biggest Eid Festival in 2022 and successfully launched Atlanta Muslim Hub’s first Ramadan Market in 2023. In the past, Sarah worked with Islamic Speakers Bureau as a digital brand strategist. She is also an ISB Leadership Institute graduate with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the University of Wollongong, Dubai.

Kinda was the founder and the program manager of the Women and Refugees Advocacy Program at Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation (TMWF) before joining Ethaar. Before joining TMWF as an  Operations Manager, she was the Regional Director for Malikah, where she provided self-defense training, economic empowerment, and healing spaces for girls and women to enhance their feeling of safety within their communities. She also worked with the IGNITE organization to show young girls how to leverage their unique experiences and values to acquire political power and shape policies that would benefit their communities. Shortly after Kinda arrived in the United States, she led the International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) Community Adjustment Support Group in Dallas, Texas. After graduating from Damascus University, Kinda worked as a program assistant for (8) years with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Syria. Kinda left the UNFPA for a master’s in Development at Dublin City University (DCU) in Ireland. 

Saraj Hameed brings over a decade of experience in program coordination, humanitarian assistance, and community development, with a proven track record of impactful leadership in both local and international settings. His career includes key roles with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and World Bank-funded projects. In these roles, Saraj led initiatives aimed at helping displaced populations and fostering local livelihoods. Notably, as a Regional Program Manager at Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA), Saraj successfully managed multi-regional teams, executing programs focused on enhancing economic resilience and sustainable development. Amongst Saraj's many skills is financial tracking, grant management, team supervision, and partnership development.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and boasts a range of certifications in project management, data analysis, and technical support.

Now, he applies his extensive expertise and passion to advancing Ethaar’s mission, empowering newcomer families across Georgia as they navigate the challenges of resettlement and integration.