A message from the trustees
MY Foundation (MYF) aims to promote, develop and nurture an all-encompassing, holistic community based on the tenets and values of the Ahlulbayt [as] & the Shia Ithna Asheri faith by fulfilling the potential of its community, engaging with wider society, and responding to the needs of humanity.
We are embarking on a new community centre project and would kindly request that you read through this brochure. For our vision of a prosperous community to be realised we need your duas, help and support.
May Allah [swt] reward you.
Meet The Trustees
Dr. Syed Raza Naqvi
Syed Raza studied at The Manchester Grammar School, following which he completed an undergraduate degree and Masters in Pharmacy. Syed Raza furthered his studies and completed a postgraduate in Medicine at the University of Nottingham. He currently works as a doctor in the National Health Service.
Syed Raza joined MYF in 2006 as part of the youth quran classes on offer, and in 2012 was appointed as the chairman of the organisation, a position which he has held since.
During his time as chairman, Syed Raza has pushed for reform in providing more youth services and covering areas of social issues in community as well as continued enhancement of Islamic events throughout the year.
Mr. Syed Muhammad Dawood Jafree
Syed Dawood comes from a professional finance background having worked for a Global Consulting firm in London and New York.
Currently working as Director at Numerix. Syed Dawood brings his risk management expertise and the full force of his corporate experience to MYF in his day to day activities.
Syed Dawood hails from Manchester where he completed his Masters in Economics from the University of Manchester and is a former graduate of the MYF classes where he spent 4 years and immediately joined the MYF committee in several roles since 2008, before assuming the role of Vice Chair.
Mr. Syed Mohammed Musaddique Abedi
Syed Musaddique joined the MYF team in 2013, initially serving as the head of Media Management. He earned his degree in Media Production from the University of Wolverhampton and completed his master's degree in Post Production at the University of Salford.
After completing his studies, Syed Musaddique worked with leading media organizations like the BBC and Endemol. He is currently involved with high-profile individuals in the digital content space. As the founder and director of M5 Digital Ltd UK, he plays a vital role in the media operations at MYF, utilising his expertise, background knowledge, and taking on a range of responsibilities.
Mr. Masoom Hashmi
Masoom has been part of MYF for over 15 years, beginning as a student in the Saturday school, Masoom progressed into a dedicated volunteer before taking on an official role within the core committee in 2017.
After graduating from the University of Manchester with a degree in Accounting and Finance, Masoom pursued further studies, ultimately becoming a qualified chartered accountant. Presently, Masoom works at Deloitte while simultaneously overseeing the treasury function at MYF.