Our Directors

Board Member

Muhammad Azeem Qasim

Vice President

Muhammad Amjad Khawaja

Vice President

Director

Finance Secretary

Director & Information Secretary

Vice President

Syed Mazhar Abbas Naqvi

Joint Secretary

Director

Mrs. Saira Osmani

Executive Member

Eilya UK Trustees

Shahida Mehmood

Supporter

Shahida is a seasoned banking professional currently serving as a Branch Manager at Barclays Bank in London. Her association with Eilya Care Foundation began in 2005 after meeting founder Nadia Kamran Raza. Inspired by the Foundation’s mission to create inclusive opportunities for children with disabilities, Shahida continues to support Eilya’s work through her dedicated advocacy and contributions.

Shehnaz Ladha

Trustee, Eilya Care UK

Shehnaz is an experienced education professional with over 30 years supporting students’ learning and development in the UK. She worked as a Senior Laboratory Technician for 18 years at Stratford High School and 12 years at Chigwell High School. Since meeting Nadia in 2006, Shehnaz has collaborated on educational and rehabilitation programmes across the UK, Pakistan, and Africa. As a trustee of Eilya Care UK, she brings her compassion, experience, and long-standing commitment to inclusive education.

Syed Kamran Raza Trimzi

Project Manager & Co-Founder, Eilya Care Foundation

Kamran is a qualified project manager with a master’s in information technology and a postgraduate diploma in electronics and data communications, along with PRINCE2 certification. With experience in project delivery, quality assurance, and team leadership in both the UK and Pakistan, he plays a key role in Eilya’s strategic development. As co-founder and Nadia’s husband, Kamran’s professional expertise and personal commitment continue to drive the organisation forward.

Shahrul Haider

Trustee, Eilya Care UK

Shahrul brings over 20 years of experience in retail banking and client services, having worked with Cheltenham & Gloucester and TSB Bank, where she received multiple service and compliance awards. She also served in key roles at DPD UK in customer service and driver compliance. As a trustee, she is dedicated to using her expertise to support children with disabilities, promoting inclusion and dignity through her work with Eilya.

Sheeba Masood

MA, Educational Advocate

Sheeba is an experienced educator with over 25 years in teaching and administration across Pakistan and the UK. Holding a master’s in English Literature and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK, she has worked extensively in multicultural and inclusive learning environments.

Nadia Kamran Raza

Founder, Eilya Care Foundation, Educator & Inclusion Specialist

Nadia is a leading educator in special and inclusive education, with 30 years of experience across Pakistan and the UK. She holds dual master’s degrees in special education and Urdu Literature, a PGCE from Kingston University, and is currently pursuing an M.Phil. in Special Education. Her work includes roles as SENCO, trainer, headteacher, and advisor in the UK and Pakistan. Inspired by a young boy with cerebral palsy in 2014, Nadia founded Eilya Care Foundation in 2015 with a mission to promote dignity, inclusion, and empowerment for all children—regardless of ability. She continues to champion inclusive schooling and systemic change through her leadership and advocacy.

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