Board Of Directors
Salma Mohiuddin is an artist and urban planner who graduated from the University of Calgary. She is the co-creator and former editor of The Western Muslim Magazine and has held director positions in a number of non-profit organizations. Salma is currently working as an urban planner in Calgary.
Sara Khalid is an activist, photographer and majoring in marketing at the University of Calgary. Sara was a principle organizer of the Western Muslim Initiative’s Offbeat Muslim Fashion Show and Muslim Art Movement II. She has also organized a number of fundraising and awareness events for Interfaith Calgary.
Imran Mohiuddin is a writer, musician and a student majoring in Political Science at the University of Calgary. He is active in the Western Muslim Club – University Chapter at the University of Calgary and has helped organized numerous high profile events in Calgary. Imran has been active in The Western Muslim Initiative since 2004.
Saadiq Mohiuddin is a graphic designer, web designer and civil engineer who graduated from the University of Calgary. He is the creator and director of Carpet Films, and a co-producer of the documentary film “Muslim MD.” Saadiq is also the co-creator of The Western Muslim Magazine and The Western Muslim Club - University Chapter and has held a number of director positions in the non-profit sector.
Mustaali Raj is a graphic designer, illustrator and chemical engineer who graduated from the University of Calgary. He is the creator and director of Carpet Films, and a co-producer of the documentary film “Muslim MD.” Mustaali has been active in The Western Muslim Initiative since 2004.
Jacqueline Nahirney is an artist, web designer and a professional interior designer. She is an active volunteer with The Mustard Seed and has been previously involved with campaigns for various volunteer organizations.
Firaz Khan Firaz is a writer and activist with a degree in Political Science from the University of Calgary. He is co-creator and former president of the Western Muslim Club at the University of Calgary. Firaz has been involved in various political and social justice causes over the years both locally, provincially and federally. He is also a co-founder, producer and creative director of Basement Haxx Producuctions.
Ahmed Rammay is the Director of Marketing and Communications and graduated from the University of Lethbridge with a Bachelor of Management and minored in Corporate Social Responsibility. With over 5 years of industry experience - marketing non-profits and for-profits alike he easily blends the joys of both worlds. Often he is found sharing is time, learning, and expertise with youth through various community programs.