👥 The Trustees

Jawad has been a resident of Northstowe since August 2020 and is currently a practising accountant working from home. He has worked in finance and accounts both in the UK and abroad after graduating from University of Kent in 1992. He reached the position of CFO before returning to the UK where he worked for Cambridgeshire and then Hertfordshire Police in the field of project finance management . He is a proud father of three grown up children; two boys who work in Dubai and a girl who is in her final year at Anglia Ruskin University. He tries to keep himself fit physically, mentally and spiritually.

Kamruj Jaman (Shiplu) moved to Northstowe in 2020 with his wife and two children. Having grown up in Cambridge, he has long been actively involved in volunteering initiatives and fundraising campaigns for charitable projects. Becoming a trustee was a natural step, inspired by his desire to bring that same spirit of community to Northstowe and help realise long-term goals. As a qualified accountant, Shiplu understands the vital role of financial sustainability in achieving lasting impact. This expertise led him to join Northstowe Muslims, where he contributes to strengthening the organisation’s foundations. He is passionate about bringing people together through events and celebrations, creating opportunities for the community to connect

Omar I have been living in Northstowe for 5 years. I am a driving instructor by profession. I like the idea of bringing the community together and have an interest in community cohesion.I have some previous experience in youth development from working in my previous local council as a youth development officer. I believe communication is key in any community and also believe maintaining our Muslim identity within the Sunnah is paramount. I would like to help the Muslim community and the wider community of Northstowe to grow and flourish together whether that be through the events we arrange or any other means possible.

Saeed Fazal is a software engineer and encompasses various facets of people interaction and collaboration. He considers working for Northstowe Muslim Charity as an honour and would like to contribute and participate in establishing ‘Northstowe Muslims Charity’. As an individual, Saeed is driven by personal commitment.

Holding a BSc in Media and Mass Communication, alongside my role as a researcher on ethnic migrant integration with the NHS, I’ve been a dedicated advocate for minorities, refugees, and migrants since 2018. Drawing on extensive NGO experience, I specialize in public health. For the past five years in Northstowe, I’ve served on the board of trustees for a cultural enrichment organization, spearheading all-ages opportunities and nurturing a culture of tolerance, love, and acceptance to harmonize the social fabric. My vision: to empower members through education and champion a sophisticated, modern interpretation of Islam, fostering equitable, resilient communities for all.

Yesim Demir was born in Turkey and came to UK in 2002. She has a business degree from Istanbul University and did her masters in IT from Northumbria University. Yesim is happily married and is mother to three kids. She has worked in finance and IT. She loves reading, running , pottery, flowers, cooking and travelling, and has been a volunteer for tour guides at Cambridge Central Mosque. Yesim plans to support Northstowe Muslims in every possible way.