Principled leadership.
Transparent governance.
Lasting impact.

Our governance

Independent Governance

Our Board operates independently of management, ensuring decisions are made in the best interests of our beneficiaries — never for personal gain.

Transparency & Accountability

We are committed to operating openly and honestly. Donors are always welcome to ask questions about how funds are used, and we make every effort to provide clear, accessible answers.

Conflict of Interest Policy

All board members are required to disclose potential conflicts of interest and recuse themselves from related decisions. No director may benefit personally from any organisational decision.

Long-Term Programme Design

READ Foundation never builds for today and walks away tomorrow. Every programme is designed for generational impact — schools that outlast their donors, communities that sustain themselves.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

READ Foundation USA is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors who bring professional expertise across various fields and sectors.

Jahangeer AkhtarChair

Jahangeer Akhtar

Chair of the Board

Faizah Jamil

Faizah Jamil

Director

Dr. Abdullah Tahiri

Dr. Abdullah Tahiri

Director

Sajeel Qureshi

Sajeel Qureshi

Director

Dr. Sultan Chaudhry

Dr. Sultan Chaudhry

Director

Ahtsham Yousaf

Ahtsham Yousaf

Director

HOW WE LEAD

01

TRANSPARENCY

We believe donors deserve to know how their generosity is put to work. We are always open about how funds are allocated and welcome any questions about our programmes and operations.

02

ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Board of Directors takes its responsibilities seriously. Decisions are made carefully and collectively, with the best interests of our beneficiaries — not the organisation — always at the centre.

03

IMPACT

Leadership at READ is measured in outcomes — schools built, children educated, women empowered. Our board holds the organisation to the highest standard of measurable, lasting change.