Our Team

LEADERSHIP & INSTITUTIONAL STEWARDSHIP

Hifzur Rahman Khan
Hifzur Rahman Khan
Founder & Director
Institutional Vision & Strategic Development
Academic: B.A. Linguistics | M.A. English | B.Ed. English — Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh
As Founder & Director, Hifzur Rahman Khan provides the long-term vision and strategic financial direction for Hira Foundation. His focus lies in identifying emerging societal challenges, developing sustainable intervention frameworks, and fostering partnerships that advance educational opportunity, community development, and social innovation. He guides the Foundation's efforts towards creating practical, scalable, and community centered solutions rooted in constitutional values, scientific inquiry and within the means of Hira Foundation.
Dr. Humira Shabana
Dr. Humira Shabana
Co-Founder & Chairperson
Governance, Gender, Ethics & Institutional Oversight
Academic: M.D. Medicine — Kanpur University
Dr. Humira Shabana serves as Co-Founder & Chairperson and provides stewardship over institutional governance with focus on Gender and Health, ethical standards, and strategic oversight. Her role focuses on ensuring that the Foundation's initiatives remain aligned with principles of inclusivity, accountability, social responsibility, and long-term community impact.
Waqar Ahmad Usmani
Waqar Ahmad Usmani
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Strategy, Program Design & Public Engagement
Academic: B.A., LL.B. — Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
As Chief Executive Officer, Waqar Ahmad Usmani leads organizational strategy, program architecture, stakeholder engagement, and institutional partnerships. His work focuses on translating vision into actionable programs, building collaborative frameworks with government institutions and development partners, and strengthening the Foundation's research-led approach to social transformation.
Hammad Khan
Hammad Khan
Managing Director
Operations Oversee, Networking & Liaison, Public Relations
Academic: B.A., LL.B. — Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh
As Managing Director, Hammad Khan oversees operational implementation, program execution, resource management, and organizational expansion. He is responsible for ensuring that the Foundation's initiatives are delivered efficiently, sustainably, and in accordance with established quality standards, and also continuously expanding the Network and Public Relation side of the Foundation.

ENVISIONED TEAM STRUCTURE

Mohd. Arif Farooqui
RESEARCH & POLICY
Mohd. Arif Farooqui
Lead Associate – Research & Policy
Research Policy & Knowledge System
Academic: B.A., M.A. — Lucknow University
Mohammad Arif Farooqui directs the implementation of Hira Foundation's strategic programmes across regions. With his academic background from Lucknow University, he brings cultural sensitivity and analytical depth to the Foundation's outreach. He coordinates multi-stakeholder initiatives and ensures that community engagement efforts remain purposeful and impactful.
Anam Sultana
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Anam Sultana
Lead Associate – Education Initiatives
Education & Human Capital
Academic: B.A., B.Ed. — Meerut University
Anam Sultana coordinates Hira Foundation's nationwide programmes, ensuring consistent delivery and communication across all regions. With her background in education from Meerut University, she brings strong pedagogical skills to training and capacity-building initiatives. Her national-level coordination work is vital in maintaining the Foundation's unified voice and mission across diverse geographies.
Dr. Rafia Anjum
HEALTH PROGRAMS
Dr. Rafia Anjum
Lead Associate – Public Health Initiatives
Public Health & Community Wellbeing
Academic: B.U.M.S. (Unani Medicine) — Kolkata University
Dr. Rafia Anjum serves as the State Coordinator, bridging the Foundation's mission with grassroots communities across the state. Her medical degree in Unani Medicine brings a unique holistic health perspective to community welfare programmes. She coordinates state-level outreach, identifies priority areas, and ensures that Foundation services reach those most in need.
Ariba Khan
WOMEN & YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
Ariba Khan
Lead Associate – Women & Youth Empowerment
Women & Youth Empowerment Initiatives
Academic: B.A. — Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi
Ariba Khan leads the Foundation's research and strategy function, translating data and ground realities into actionable policy recommendations. Her academic background from Jamia Millia Islamia gives her strong analytical and communication skills. She drives evidence-based decision-making and contributes significantly to the Foundation's thought leadership and publications.
Kritika Sharma
PARTNERSHIPS
Kritika Sharma
Lead Associate – Strategic Partnerships
Social Innovation & Development Partnership
Academic: B.A., LL.B. — AMU, Aligarh | LL.M. — Australia
Kritika Sharma combines Indian legal training from AMU with an international LL.M. from Australia, giving her a uniquely global perspective on law and policy. She leads the Foundation's strategic initiatives, designing programmes that align with international best practices while addressing ground-level needs. Her work bridges domestic legal frameworks with global human rights standards.
Vaibhav Yadav
MONITORING & EVALUATION
Vaibhav Yadav
Lead Associate – Impact Assessment & Learning
Thematic Functional Upkeep – Running Program
Academic: B.A., LL.B. — Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh
Vaibhav Yadav oversees the operational backbone of Hira Foundation, ensuring smooth execution of programmes, events, and administrative processes. His legal training from AMU provides him with the structural thinking needed to streamline operations while maintaining accountability. He is the go-to person for on-ground coordination and logistics management.
Adv. Shinam Zargar
COMMUNICATIONS & FINANCE
Adv. Shinam Zargar
Lead Associate – Communications & Digital Outreach / Finance, Governance & Compliance
Thematic Functional Upkeep – Running Program / Office of the Founder & Director
Academic: B.A., LL.B. — Kashmir University
Adv. Shinam Zargar heads the legal division of Hira Foundation, bringing deep expertise in constitutional and civil law from Kashmir University. She provides legal guidance, oversees case documentation, and ensures that all foundation activities remain compliant with applicable laws. Her advocacy work has been instrumental in supporting marginalised communities seeking legal redress. She also oversees the financial governance and compliance functions, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Adv. Mrinal Sharma
LEGAL COMPLIANCES
Adv. Mrinal Sharma
Lead Associate – Legal Compliances
Office of the Managing Director (Lead directly responsible to)
Academic: B.A., LL.B. — Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh
Based in Delhi, Mrinal Kumar Sharma heads the Foundation's legal operations in the national capital region. His AMU law background and experience with Delhi's legal landscape enable him to navigate high-stakes cases effectively. He acts as the primary liaison between the Foundation and Delhi-based judicial and administrative bodies.