Our Leadership
Empower Seniors Foundation is guided by a dedicated leadership team and advisory network committed to dignity, inclusion, and meaningful impact for senior citizens across Pakistan.
Board of Directors
ESF is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors who bring expertise across education, finance, law, community service, and military leadership.
CEO/Board Member
Distinguished environmental educator with a Master's degree in English Literature, a degree in Education, and a postgraduate qualification in Environmental Education from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK. Pione...
Board Director
Dedicated education and child-welfare volunteer supporting vulnerable youth through tutoring and mentorship for decades, with long-standing service in SOS Children’s Village committees and volunteer work in underserved c...
Board Director
Accomplished leader with 32 years of distinguished military service and extensive experience managing complex national and international assignments. Post-retirement work includes tourism, eco-resort development, adventu...
Board Director
Multifaceted leader bridging healthcare technology, education, and social reform. Background spans Health Informatics, Computer Science, and Business, with experience in education leadership, therapy, social work, and hu...
Board Director
Abstract Expressionist artist with 25+ years of experience and strong contribution to arts leadership, exhibitions, and cultural platforms in Pakistan and internationally.
Board Director
Chartered Accountant and Public Finance professional with 17+ year's of experience in financial planning, due diligence, taxation, compliance, and donor-funded operations. Experience includes leadership roles in major ad...
Advisory Board Members
Lt. Gen Syed Sabahat Hussain Retd
Advisory Board Member
Beyond four decades in military service, Lt. Gen. Syed Sabahat Hussain Retd also held key corporate roles, chairing Pakistan Ordnance Factories, Wah Industries, Wah Nobel Group, GS Global, and the Punjab Public Service Commission.
Dr. Rakhshanda Bilal, Ph.D
Advisory Board Member
A distinguished scientific leader, Dr. Rakhshanda rose to Director General Technical at PAEC HQ and pioneered stable isotope applications, introducing nuclear techniques into Pakistan’s public health sector.
Tahir Hussain Shah
Advisory Board Member
With 35+ years in development, Tahir Hussain Shah brings leadership experience with UN FAO, UNODC, and INGOs, alongside advanced MS and MPhil qualifications.
Shahida Ali
Advisory Board Member
An Economics graduate and former athlete from Presentation Convent School, she applies disciplined resilience to her passion for elder care.
Syed Ali
Advisory Board Member
With 30+ years in advertising and media, Syed Ali brings leadership experience from Orient McCann Erickson, UNDP, and the PM Secretariat, specializing in bridging commercial and development sectors.
Shafaq Rana
Advisory Board Member
Ms. Shafaq, a multidisciplinary development professional with 10+ years of experience across public health, women’s empowerment, and climate resilience, with expertise in sustainable governance and economic inclusion.
Shafiq Ur Rehman Dab
Advisory Board Member
Mr. Shafiq, Advocate of the Supreme Court, specializes in civil litigation and corporate law with an LL.M. in Corporate Law, representing clients in complex matters before Pakistan’s superior courts.
“Together, ESF’s leadership works to advance dignity, inclusion, and stronger support systems for senior citizens across Pakistan.”