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Meet The Team

The WVMA boards consist of a board of directors (BOD) and board of trustees (BOT). The Executive Director of the organization manages and maintains the operations under the direct leadership of the BOD.

The leadership, staff, and volunteers of the WVMA strive to uphold the highest standards in creating a welcoming community that follows the example of the Prophet (peace be upon him).

Board Meeting Information

Board of Directors (BOD) meetings take place twice monthly on the second and fourth Thursday after maghrib prayer. These meetings alternate between the Los Gatos Islamic Center (LGIC) and Saratoga Musalla.

Board of Trustees (BOT) meetings are held once monthly on the first Thursday at 6:00 PM. The location alternates between Saratoga Musalla and the Los Gatos Islamic Center.

The community is welcome to attend all meetings, except for closed sessions. Meeting minutes will be made available to the public after they have been approved.

Osman Ghafoor
President

Osman Ghafoor

Resident Imam

Imam Albaraa Basfar

Board of Trustees

Board Secretary

Aamir Waheed

Endowments Chair

Mohammed Subeh

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Asfia Khan
Taxes and Insurance Chair

Asfia Khan

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Samina Chaudhry
Fundraising Chair

Samina Chaudhry

Board of Directors

Adel Anwar
Communications

Adel Anwar

Adel has been a committed voice for Muslim communities since moving to the Bay Area, always working to understand real needs before building solutions.

His professional background as a Product Design Lead in the tech industry has taught him how to tackle complex community challenges through thoughtful research and user-centered approaches. This experience shapes how he approaches every project—starting with listening, then designing systems that actually work.

In community service, Adel has made his mark through meaningful action. During his two-year tenure as the Tarbiya Secretary on the KMCA board (2022-2024), his strategic approach helped organize impactful halaqas and family programs that brought the Kerala Muslim community closer together. He also refreshed the organization’s identity, making it more accessible and welcoming for families.

Adel’s commitment to Islamic learning runs deep. He recently completed a rigorous two-year Arabic Immersion program under Shaykh Rohullah Bayanazai at Darus Suffah, Milpitas, strengthening his ability to contribute to our community’s spiritual growth.

Having experienced the challenges of practicing faith under difficult circumstances, Adel deeply values the freedom we have here and sees WVMA as a precious opportunity. His vision focuses on sustainable, scalable growth – implementing better systems, creating structured volunteer programs, and building partnerships that expand our reach.

As someone who cares about nurturing the next generation, Adel aims to bring his unique blend of experiences – from designing solutions for complex problems to organizing grassroots community programs – to help build WVMA into an institution that truly serves and grows with our evolving needs.

Naheed Vora
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Naheed Vora

Naheed Vora has been a dedicated part of the Bay Area Muslim community since 2004, always striving to blend an ambitious vision for the future with practical, hands-on work.

His professional background at Google involves leading initiatives that keep billions of people safe on their phones. This experience has taught him how to manage large, complex challenges and secure the resources needed to make things happen.

Closer to home, Naheed has made a tangible impact. As a former WVMA Treasurer, his focused approach helped double our membership and grow our financial holdings. He also started the “Fajr and Coffee” culture, a simple idea that helped strengthen community bonds and was adopted by many others.

During the pandemic, Naheed founded the non-profit CovidIQ. Working with volunteer doctors, their platform actually detected a major Covid surge two weeks before official health organizations, showing what a motivated, service-driven team can achieve.

As a father, Naheed cares deeply about fostering a strong Muslim identity for the next generation. He aims to bring his diverse experiences — from leading global teams to organizing local coffee circles — to serve our community and help build an institution we can all truly be proud of.

Ahmad Torjoman
Youth

Ahmad Torjaman

Saugher N
Da’wah

Saugher Nojan

Ashraf Dawood
Treasury

Ashraf Dawood

Waqar Chaudhry
VP & Secretary

Waqar Chaudhry

Staff

Digital Marketing Coordinator

Basmah Jassem

Lubna Shaikh
Executive Director

Lubna Shaikh

Lubna brings the unique perspective of someone with deep Bay Area roots and decades of community leadership experience. Born and raised here, she has watched our Muslim community grow and evolve, always working to ensure that masajid remain vibrant centers for future generations.

Her extensive background includes serving on multiple masjids and nonprofit boards, where she has consistently led initiatives that strengthen both spiritual life and community connections. This hands-on experience has taught her how to build sustainable programs while keeping the focus on what truly matters – serving our families and fostering genuine Islamic community.

Having witnessed the challenges and opportunities that come with community growth over the years, Lubna understands how to create initiatives that don’t just address immediate needs, but lay the foundation for lasting impact.

Her connection to various masajid throughout the Bay Area gives her a broad perspective on what makes communities successful. She has seen firsthand which approaches work and which don’t, knowledge that proves invaluable in strategic planning and program development.

Lubna’s dedication centers on ensuring WVMA becomes a place of holistic growth, not just a building where people pray, but a true community hub where faith is nurtured, relationships are built, and support flows naturally between members. She aims to bring her decades of experience to help WVMA evolve into an institution that genuinely serves as a beacon of faith, strength, and mutual support for Muslim families across our region.

Programs and Events Coordinator

Hadiya Aziz

Programs and Events Coordinator

Tooba Ahmed