Dr. Mohammad Nasir Jallah
Founder
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Ottawa–Kabul Global Education Centre (OGEC)
Dr. Mohammad Nasir Jallah is an Afghan-Canadian physician, educator, and humanitarian leader devoted to advancing equitable access to education and healthcare for Afghan communities. A graduate of Kabul Medical University (MD, 2008), he has successfully completed key components of Canadian medical licensure, including the MCCEE and NAC-OSCE.
He is the Founder and CEO of the Ottawa–Kabul Global Education Centre (OGEC), a Canadian-registered nonprofit organization providing free, high-quality online education to Afghan girls and women deprived of schooling and higher education under current restrictions.
[read more] Under his visionary leadership, OGEC has grown to serve more than 15,000 students across five interconnected projects: The OGEC School for Girls, providing free online education for grades 7 through 12. The Kankoor Preparation Program, preparing students for Afghanistan’s national university entrance exam. The Kabul Online Medical University in Exile (KOMU-E), with six faculties: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Midwifery, Public Health, and Allied Health. The Postgraduate Program, supporting Afghan female doctors and specialists in preparing for international medical licensing exams (Canada, US, UK, Australia, and Dubai). The English Program, which strengthens all four educational tracks by enhancing language proficiency and academic readiness. Dr. Jallah is also the Founder and President of Jallah Academy, an advanced educational platform supporting international medical graduates (IMGs) in achieving Canadian and global medical licensure. He serves as Co-Founder of the FAST Foundation, which provides financial and medical assistance to Afghanistan’s most vulnerable patients, ensuring access to treatment and essential healthcare services. In addition, Dr. Jallah is the Chief Executive Officer of the Canada Afghanistan Association of Health Professionals (CAAHP), an organization committed to standardizing Afghanistan’s healthcare and medical education systems while supporting Afghan-trained physicians in obtaining professional licensure and integration into the Canadian healthcare system. Through these interconnected initiatives, Dr. Jallah continues to champion educational access, healthcare development, and global collaboration — building sustainable pathways of learning, empowerment, and service for Afghan women and professionals worldwide.[/read]
[read more] Under his visionary leadership, OGEC has grown to serve more than 15,000 students across five interconnected projects: The OGEC School for Girls, providing free online education for grades 7 through 12. The Kankoor Preparation Program, preparing students for Afghanistan’s national university entrance exam. The Kabul Online Medical University in Exile (KOMU-E), with six faculties: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Midwifery, Public Health, and Allied Health. The Postgraduate Program, supporting Afghan female doctors and specialists in preparing for international medical licensing exams (Canada, US, UK, Australia, and Dubai). The English Program, which strengthens all four educational tracks by enhancing language proficiency and academic readiness. Dr. Jallah is also the Founder and President of Jallah Academy, an advanced educational platform supporting international medical graduates (IMGs) in achieving Canadian and global medical licensure. He serves as Co-Founder of the FAST Foundation, which provides financial and medical assistance to Afghanistan’s most vulnerable patients, ensuring access to treatment and essential healthcare services. In addition, Dr. Jallah is the Chief Executive Officer of the Canada Afghanistan Association of Health Professionals (CAAHP), an organization committed to standardizing Afghanistan’s healthcare and medical education systems while supporting Afghan-trained physicians in obtaining professional licensure and integration into the Canadian healthcare system. Through these interconnected initiatives, Dr. Jallah continues to champion educational access, healthcare development, and global collaboration — building sustainable pathways of learning, empowerment, and service for Afghan women and professionals worldwide.[/read]
Dr. Zubaida Zhwak
Co-Founder
Dr. Zubaida Anwari Zhwak is a seasoned and compassionate Medical Doctor with over two decades of experience in the healthcare field, specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology. With a distinguished career spanning clinical practice, academic leadership, and medical education, she brings a wealth of expertise in managing complex OB/GYN cases, mentoring future physicians, and advancing women's health.
[read more] Her clinical journey includes over 14 years of hands-on experience in high-pressure environments, where she has successfully managed thousands of complex OB/GYN cases. As Chief of the OB/GYN Department at Shar-Ara Maternity Teaching Hospital and a long-standing lecturer at Kabul Medical University, Dr. Anwari Zhwak has played a pivotal role in shaping medical curricula and guiding clinical research in Afghanistan. In her recent role at OriginElle Fertility Clinic & Women’s Health Center in Ottawa, she continues to support patients with infertility, offering empathetic care and evidence-based treatment guidance. Her leadership as Vice Chancellor of Medical Affairs at Kabul University of Medical Science further highlights her commitment to healthcare system improvement and academic excellence. Dr. Anwari Zhwak is fluent in English, Pashto, and Dari, and is adept at delivering presentations in international seminars and workshops. She holds a Medical Diploma from Kabul Medical University and a Fellowship in Gynecology/Obstetrics from Cure International Hospital. Her dedication to patient care, education, and research makes her a valuable contributor to any healthcare setting.[/read]
[read more] Her clinical journey includes over 14 years of hands-on experience in high-pressure environments, where she has successfully managed thousands of complex OB/GYN cases. As Chief of the OB/GYN Department at Shar-Ara Maternity Teaching Hospital and a long-standing lecturer at Kabul Medical University, Dr. Anwari Zhwak has played a pivotal role in shaping medical curricula and guiding clinical research in Afghanistan. In her recent role at OriginElle Fertility Clinic & Women’s Health Center in Ottawa, she continues to support patients with infertility, offering empathetic care and evidence-based treatment guidance. Her leadership as Vice Chancellor of Medical Affairs at Kabul University of Medical Science further highlights her commitment to healthcare system improvement and academic excellence. Dr. Anwari Zhwak is fluent in English, Pashto, and Dari, and is adept at delivering presentations in international seminars and workshops. She holds a Medical Diploma from Kabul Medical University and a Fellowship in Gynecology/Obstetrics from Cure International Hospital. Her dedication to patient care, education, and research makes her a valuable contributor to any healthcare setting.[/read]
Dr. Bashir Noormal
Deputy Chairperson
Dr. Bashir Noormal (born October 7, 1957, in Kabul, Afghanistan) is a public health expert and medical educator with over four decades of experience in health systems development, education, and research.
[read more] He earned his MD from Odessa Medical Institute, Ukraine (1985), and a Master’s in Public Health from Loma Linda University, USA (2010). From 1985 to 1997, he taught at Kabul Medical University before joining the World Health Organization (WHO) Afghanistan Office as Training Coordinator and later as HRH Program Manager (1997–2004). Dr. Noormal founded the Human Resources General Directorate at Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) and served as its first Director General (2004–2006). He later became Director General of the Afghanistan National Public Health Institute (ANPHI) (2006–2020), Deputy Minister for Policy and Planning (2020–2021), and Senior Health Advisor (2021–2022). He led major reforms in human resource development, national health policies, disease surveillance, and public health research. He authored or translated over 15 books, 70 WHO publications, and 24 scientific papers on topics such as maternal health, infectious diseases, and health systems strengthening. Dr. Noormal has chaired the MoPH Institutional Review Board, edited the Ghazanfar Medical Journal, and held leadership roles in IANPHI, EMPHNET, TEPHINET, and the CBRN Risk Mitigation Initiative. Since relocating to Ireland after August 2021, he continues to teach Embryology and Histology online to Afghan female medical and dental students through Kabul Medical University in Exile Online (since July 2024).[/read]
[read more] He earned his MD from Odessa Medical Institute, Ukraine (1985), and a Master’s in Public Health from Loma Linda University, USA (2010). From 1985 to 1997, he taught at Kabul Medical University before joining the World Health Organization (WHO) Afghanistan Office as Training Coordinator and later as HRH Program Manager (1997–2004). Dr. Noormal founded the Human Resources General Directorate at Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) and served as its first Director General (2004–2006). He later became Director General of the Afghanistan National Public Health Institute (ANPHI) (2006–2020), Deputy Minister for Policy and Planning (2020–2021), and Senior Health Advisor (2021–2022). He led major reforms in human resource development, national health policies, disease surveillance, and public health research. He authored or translated over 15 books, 70 WHO publications, and 24 scientific papers on topics such as maternal health, infectious diseases, and health systems strengthening. Dr. Noormal has chaired the MoPH Institutional Review Board, edited the Ghazanfar Medical Journal, and held leadership roles in IANPHI, EMPHNET, TEPHINET, and the CBRN Risk Mitigation Initiative. Since relocating to Ireland after August 2021, he continues to teach Embryology and Histology online to Afghan female medical and dental students through Kabul Medical University in Exile Online (since July 2024).[/read]
Dr. Nader Exeer
Chairman
Dr. Nader Ahmad Exeer earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Kabul University of Medical Sciences in 1982. He began his academic career as an Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine in 1989 and specialized in Internal Medicine at Aliabad Teaching Hospital in 1997. In recognition of his contributions to medical education and research, he was promoted to the rank of Professor in 2007.
[read more] Dr. Exeer served as the Head of the Internal Medicine Department from 1998 to 2017 and concurrently held the position of Director at Aliabad Teaching Hospital from 2001 to 2011. Since 2024, he have been serving as the Head of the Department of Cardiology at the Kabul Online Medical University in Exile for Women. His research contributions include 21 scientific publications, four of which were published in internationally recognized journals. He has also authored 10 books and translated two medical texts. Additionally, Dr. Exeer was a member of the International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, and Oncologists (IASGO) and the Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP). He also served as a Co-Editor of the IASGO Annual.[/read]
[read more] Dr. Exeer served as the Head of the Internal Medicine Department from 1998 to 2017 and concurrently held the position of Director at Aliabad Teaching Hospital from 2001 to 2011. Since 2024, he have been serving as the Head of the Department of Cardiology at the Kabul Online Medical University in Exile for Women. His research contributions include 21 scientific publications, four of which were published in internationally recognized journals. He has also authored 10 books and translated two medical texts. Additionally, Dr. Exeer was a member of the International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, and Oncologists (IASGO) and the Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP). He also served as a Co-Editor of the IASGO Annual.[/read]
Dr. Masood Noora
Deputy Chairperson
Dr. Masood Noora is an accomplished Program Manager and medical professional with extensive experience in healthcare, education, and international program management. He currently serves as Program Coordinator at The Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF) in Toronto, Deputy Chairperson and Chief of Operations at the Ottawa-Kabul Global Education Centre (OGEC), and Program Director at the Kabul Online Medical University in Exile (KOMU-E).
[read more] As Deputy Chairperson and Chief of Operations at OGEC, Dr. Noora plays a central role in advancing global education and cross-border collaboration between Canada and Afghanistan. He oversees strategic planning, operational coordination, and academic partnerships aimed at empowering Afghan learners—particularly women and youth—through online and blended education models. Through his leadership at KOMU-E, Dr. Noora supports Afghan female medical students in exile, ensuring access to quality medical education despite political and social barriers. His work involves curriculum coordination, faculty engagement, and student mentorship within a virtual learning ecosystem dedicated to preserving academic continuity for displaced learners. A former physician at Ariana Hospital in Kabul, Dr. Noora brings a rich understanding of international health systems, patient care, and community well-being. His unique combination of clinical knowledge and project management expertise allows him to bridge medical practice with education, policy, and social impact. Driven by compassion and a vision for equitable access to education and healthcare, Dr. Masood Noora continues to lead transformative initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen communities both in Canada and abroad. [/read]
[read more] As Deputy Chairperson and Chief of Operations at OGEC, Dr. Noora plays a central role in advancing global education and cross-border collaboration between Canada and Afghanistan. He oversees strategic planning, operational coordination, and academic partnerships aimed at empowering Afghan learners—particularly women and youth—through online and blended education models. Through his leadership at KOMU-E, Dr. Noora supports Afghan female medical students in exile, ensuring access to quality medical education despite political and social barriers. His work involves curriculum coordination, faculty engagement, and student mentorship within a virtual learning ecosystem dedicated to preserving academic continuity for displaced learners. A former physician at Ariana Hospital in Kabul, Dr. Noora brings a rich understanding of international health systems, patient care, and community well-being. His unique combination of clinical knowledge and project management expertise allows him to bridge medical practice with education, policy, and social impact. Driven by compassion and a vision for equitable access to education and healthcare, Dr. Masood Noora continues to lead transformative initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen communities both in Canada and abroad. [/read]
Board Of Directors
Numan Tarin
Numan Tarin is a seasoned Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) with ID# R707413 and is in good standing with the College of Citizenship and Immigration Consultants (CCIC).
[read more] He holds a full L3-IRB license, authorising him to represent clients before Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and its offices abroad, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and all divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). Mr Tarin earned a Master’s degree in Public Policy, Administration, and Law from York University, as well as postgraduate diplomas in Management from George Brown College and Canadian Immigration Consulting from Herzing College. With over sixteen years of experience in immigration and refugee services through government-funded projects in Canada, he formally established Tarin Immigration Services in early 2021 to provide essential immigration support. As the founder of Tarin Immigration Services, Tarin leadsa multicultural team representing clients from all around the globe. His team offers services in languages including Dari/Farsi, Pashto, Mandarin, Turkish, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Tamil, Malayalam, Arabic, & several African languages. Tarin Immigration operates globally, with offices in Canada, Turkey, and India, and specialises in navigating complex cases across IRCC, CBSA, and IRB.[/read]
[read more] He holds a full L3-IRB license, authorising him to represent clients before Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and its offices abroad, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and all divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). Mr Tarin earned a Master’s degree in Public Policy, Administration, and Law from York University, as well as postgraduate diplomas in Management from George Brown College and Canadian Immigration Consulting from Herzing College. With over sixteen years of experience in immigration and refugee services through government-funded projects in Canada, he formally established Tarin Immigration Services in early 2021 to provide essential immigration support. As the founder of Tarin Immigration Services, Tarin leadsa multicultural team representing clients from all around the globe. His team offers services in languages including Dari/Farsi, Pashto, Mandarin, Turkish, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Tamil, Malayalam, Arabic, & several African languages. Tarin Immigration operates globally, with offices in Canada, Turkey, and India, and specialises in navigating complex cases across IRCC, CBSA, and IRB.[/read]
Aziz Amiri
Aziz Amiri has been in various industries and businesses for well over thirty years. Over this period, he has learned many new skills, developed expertise in a myriad of fields, and has acquired valuable knowledge which he has been able to use to advance his ventures and ideas.
[read more] He is extremely keen on locating and managing new ventures from conception to high profitability. Aziz's quest for knowledge and wealth does not end at Canadian borders. From manufacturing to importing, from distribution to the retail sector, Aziz has done it all. In today's fast-paced and demanding world, it takes someone with a sharp vision and observant mind to recognize these opportunities. Accordingly, he has been able to recognize and adapt to changing opportunities in order to capitalize on them. VENTURES Prompt Realty Point President and Broker of Record Established 2013 Focus in Commercial Real Estate Prompt Assembly & Packaging Inc. Chief Executive Officer Establish 1989 A Custom Manufacturing and Co-Packing company with over 25 years of successful history Prompt 3PL President Logistics, warehousing and fulfillment company Established 2024 President President and Co-Founding Member Established 2006 Afghan Canadian Business Association (ACBA) President and Co-Founding Board Member Established 2007 Canada Afghanistan Business Council (CABC)[/read]
[read more] He is extremely keen on locating and managing new ventures from conception to high profitability. Aziz's quest for knowledge and wealth does not end at Canadian borders. From manufacturing to importing, from distribution to the retail sector, Aziz has done it all. In today's fast-paced and demanding world, it takes someone with a sharp vision and observant mind to recognize these opportunities. Accordingly, he has been able to recognize and adapt to changing opportunities in order to capitalize on them. VENTURES Prompt Realty Point President and Broker of Record Established 2013 Focus in Commercial Real Estate Prompt Assembly & Packaging Inc. Chief Executive Officer Establish 1989 A Custom Manufacturing and Co-Packing company with over 25 years of successful history Prompt 3PL President Logistics, warehousing and fulfillment company Established 2024 President President and Co-Founding Member Established 2006 Afghan Canadian Business Association (ACBA) President and Co-Founding Board Member Established 2007 Canada Afghanistan Business Council (CABC)[/read]
Dr. Bashir Noormal
Dr. Bashir Noormal (born October 7, 1957, in Kabul, Afghanistan) is a public health expert and medical educator with over four decades of experience in health systems development, education, and research.
[read more] He earned his MD from Odessa Medical Institute, Ukraine (1985), and a Master’s in Public Health from Loma Linda University, USA (2010). From 1985 to 1997, he taught at Kabul Medical University before joining the World Health Organization (WHO) Afghanistan Office as Training Coordinator and later as HRH Program Manager (1997–2004). Dr. Noormal founded the Human Resources General Directorate at Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) and served as its first Director General (2004–2006). He later became Director General of the Afghanistan National Public Health Institute (ANPHI) (2006–2020), Deputy Minister for Policy and Planning (2020–2021), and Senior Health Advisor (2021–2022). He led major reforms in human resource development, national health policies, disease surveillance, and public health research. He authored or translated over 15 books, 70 WHO publications, and 24 scientific papers on topics such as maternal health, infectious diseases, and health systems strengthening. Dr. Noormal has chaired the MoPH Institutional Review Board, edited the Ghazanfar Medical Journal, and held leadership roles in IANPHI, EMPHNET, TEPHINET, and the CBRN Risk Mitigation Initiative. Since relocating to Ireland after August 2021, he continues to teach Embryology and Histology online to Afghan female medical and dental students through Kabul Medical University in Exile Online (since July 2024).[/read]
[read more] He earned his MD from Odessa Medical Institute, Ukraine (1985), and a Master’s in Public Health from Loma Linda University, USA (2010). From 1985 to 1997, he taught at Kabul Medical University before joining the World Health Organization (WHO) Afghanistan Office as Training Coordinator and later as HRH Program Manager (1997–2004). Dr. Noormal founded the Human Resources General Directorate at Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) and served as its first Director General (2004–2006). He later became Director General of the Afghanistan National Public Health Institute (ANPHI) (2006–2020), Deputy Minister for Policy and Planning (2020–2021), and Senior Health Advisor (2021–2022). He led major reforms in human resource development, national health policies, disease surveillance, and public health research. He authored or translated over 15 books, 70 WHO publications, and 24 scientific papers on topics such as maternal health, infectious diseases, and health systems strengthening. Dr. Noormal has chaired the MoPH Institutional Review Board, edited the Ghazanfar Medical Journal, and held leadership roles in IANPHI, EMPHNET, TEPHINET, and the CBRN Risk Mitigation Initiative. Since relocating to Ireland after August 2021, he continues to teach Embryology and Histology online to Afghan female medical and dental students through Kabul Medical University in Exile Online (since July 2024).[/read]
Dr. Abdul Wahed Sidiqi
Dr. Abdul Wahed Sidiqi, a Kabul University MD graduate (2001), became a key figure in Afghan cardiology. He founded Ariana Hospital in 2009, pioneering a cardiology practice and echocardiography training, significantly advancing opportunities for female doctors.
[read more] After further training in the Netherlands and South Korea, he introduced BLS and ACLS training in Afghanistan. In 2018, he established the state-of-the-art Ariana Medical Complex. A Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (2023), he has published extensively, including a notable 2025 article "Global Rounds Afghanistan: A Critical Overview of Cardiovascular Medicine," in the American Heart Association's Circulation Journal. He serves on the editorial board of the Cardiology Research Journal and received the Best Oral Presentation Award from Cardio Hub 2025.[/read]
[read more] After further training in the Netherlands and South Korea, he introduced BLS and ACLS training in Afghanistan. In 2018, he established the state-of-the-art Ariana Medical Complex. A Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (2023), he has published extensively, including a notable 2025 article "Global Rounds Afghanistan: A Critical Overview of Cardiovascular Medicine," in the American Heart Association's Circulation Journal. He serves on the editorial board of the Cardiology Research Journal and received the Best Oral Presentation Award from Cardio Hub 2025.[/read]
Dr. Uranus Asefi Barekzai
Dr. Uranus Asefi is a medical doctor and educator with a distinguished background in medicine, academic instruction, and leadership. She earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Ghalib University in Afghanistan, where she also served as a Lecturer in Histology from 2022 to 2023.
[read more] Dr. Asefi completed her house job in several governmental hospitals in Kabul, where she gained comprehensive clinical experience and strengthened her practical medical skills. Fluent in Dari, English, and Hindi/Urdu, Dr. Asefi successfully completed the Global Launch English Program at Arizona State University. Following this, she authored a publication titled “5 Proven Stress Prevention and Reduction Strategies for Busy College Students”, which was published on the ASU Global Launch Blog. You can view her publication here: 5 Proven Stress Prevention and Reduction Strategies for Busy College Students Currently, Dr. Asefi serves in a leadership position at a Nursing Faculty, where she continues to bridge the worlds of medical practice and education. Alongside her teaching responsibilities, she is preparing for the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), with the goal of advancing her medical and academic career in Arizona, USA. She is recognized for her professionalism, compassion, and dedication to empowering students through education. Her vision is to combine her medical expertise and academic experience to strengthen healthcare education and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals, especially women in medicine. [/read]
[read more] Dr. Asefi completed her house job in several governmental hospitals in Kabul, where she gained comprehensive clinical experience and strengthened her practical medical skills. Fluent in Dari, English, and Hindi/Urdu, Dr. Asefi successfully completed the Global Launch English Program at Arizona State University. Following this, she authored a publication titled “5 Proven Stress Prevention and Reduction Strategies for Busy College Students”, which was published on the ASU Global Launch Blog. You can view her publication here: 5 Proven Stress Prevention and Reduction Strategies for Busy College Students Currently, Dr. Asefi serves in a leadership position at a Nursing Faculty, where she continues to bridge the worlds of medical practice and education. Alongside her teaching responsibilities, she is preparing for the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), with the goal of advancing her medical and academic career in Arizona, USA. She is recognized for her professionalism, compassion, and dedication to empowering students through education. Her vision is to combine her medical expertise and academic experience to strengthen healthcare education and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals, especially women in medicine. [/read]
Dr. Bashir Mubashir
Dr. Bashir Mobasher is a postdoctoral fellow at the American University (DC), an adjunct at the American University of Afghanistan, and an affiliate with EBS Universität.
[read more] Bashir is an expert in constitutional design in divided societies. He has authored, reviewed, and supervised numerous research projects on constitutional law, electoral systems, and identity politics. His recent research projects are centered around decentralization, social justice, and orientalism. Bashir obtained his B.A. (2007) from the School of Law and Political Science at Kabul University and his LLM (2010) and PhD (2017) from the University of Washington School of Law. [/read]
[read more] Bashir is an expert in constitutional design in divided societies. He has authored, reviewed, and supervised numerous research projects on constitutional law, electoral systems, and identity politics. His recent research projects are centered around decentralization, social justice, and orientalism. Bashir obtained his B.A. (2007) from the School of Law and Political Science at Kabul University and his LLM (2010) and PhD (2017) from the University of Washington School of Law. [/read]
Dr. Zahir Ayubi
Dr. Mohammad Zahir Ayubi is a distinguished Afghan academic and public health professional whose career spans over three decades of service in higher education, public health management, and media leadership.
[read more] He began his professional journey in 1989 as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine, Kabul Medical Science University, where he contributed to the advancement of medical education during a crucial period in Afghanistan’s academic development. In 1992, he was appointed Clinic In-Charge in Farah Province and subsequently served as Provincial Director of Primary Health Care (PHC) in 1995. Dr. Ayubi joined the Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (CHA) in 1997, assuming the roles of Provincial Health Officer and TBA/VHV Program Manager, where he played a key role in strengthening community-based health initiatives by writing a comprehensive guide on training local midwives and village health volunteers. In 2003, he was appointed Coordinator of the Training Center, and in 2005, promoted to Training Manager within the Capacity Building Department (ASMA) in Kabul, where he oversaw numerous professional development and public health training programs. His career later expanded into the field of media and communication. In 2006, Dr. Ayubi became Director of Radio Nawa at the Saba Media Organization, followed by his appointment as Deputy Director of Bakhtar TV in 2008. In the financial sector, he served as Head of the Capacity Building Department at Kabul Bank in 2009 and was subsequently promoted to Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Marketing and media Affairs in 2010. From 2011 to 2012, Dr. Ayubi served as Director of Afghan TV and Afghan News Network, and concurrently as Chancellor of Cheragh Medical Higher Education Institute (August 2011 – April 2012). He continued his academic leadership as Chancellor of Ghalib University from May 2012 to April 2015, and later held several senior academic and administrative positions at Kardan University until August 2021. Following the political transition in Afghanistan, Dr. Ayubi relocated to the United Kingdom in November 2021. Since April 18, 2024, he has been serving as Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Public Health at Kabul Online Medical University, an institution established to provide academic opportunities for Afghan scholars and women in exile. In addition to his academic and professional accomplishments, Dr. Ayubi has made significant contributions to journalism and media development in Afghanistan. He served as a Board Member of the Afghanistan Journalists’ National Union and as Secretary General of the South Asian Free Media Association (SAFMA) in Afghanistan, where he worked to promote free and responsible journalism across the region. Dr. Ayubi’s career reflects a lifelong commitment to education, public health, institutional capacity building, and media freedom—a rare combination that exemplifies intellectual leadership, civic responsibility, and dedication to national development.[/read]
[read more] He began his professional journey in 1989 as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine, Kabul Medical Science University, where he contributed to the advancement of medical education during a crucial period in Afghanistan’s academic development. In 1992, he was appointed Clinic In-Charge in Farah Province and subsequently served as Provincial Director of Primary Health Care (PHC) in 1995. Dr. Ayubi joined the Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (CHA) in 1997, assuming the roles of Provincial Health Officer and TBA/VHV Program Manager, where he played a key role in strengthening community-based health initiatives by writing a comprehensive guide on training local midwives and village health volunteers. In 2003, he was appointed Coordinator of the Training Center, and in 2005, promoted to Training Manager within the Capacity Building Department (ASMA) in Kabul, where he oversaw numerous professional development and public health training programs. His career later expanded into the field of media and communication. In 2006, Dr. Ayubi became Director of Radio Nawa at the Saba Media Organization, followed by his appointment as Deputy Director of Bakhtar TV in 2008. In the financial sector, he served as Head of the Capacity Building Department at Kabul Bank in 2009 and was subsequently promoted to Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Marketing and media Affairs in 2010. From 2011 to 2012, Dr. Ayubi served as Director of Afghan TV and Afghan News Network, and concurrently as Chancellor of Cheragh Medical Higher Education Institute (August 2011 – April 2012). He continued his academic leadership as Chancellor of Ghalib University from May 2012 to April 2015, and later held several senior academic and administrative positions at Kardan University until August 2021. Following the political transition in Afghanistan, Dr. Ayubi relocated to the United Kingdom in November 2021. Since April 18, 2024, he has been serving as Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Public Health at Kabul Online Medical University, an institution established to provide academic opportunities for Afghan scholars and women in exile. In addition to his academic and professional accomplishments, Dr. Ayubi has made significant contributions to journalism and media development in Afghanistan. He served as a Board Member of the Afghanistan Journalists’ National Union and as Secretary General of the South Asian Free Media Association (SAFMA) in Afghanistan, where he worked to promote free and responsible journalism across the region. Dr. Ayubi’s career reflects a lifelong commitment to education, public health, institutional capacity building, and media freedom—a rare combination that exemplifies intellectual leadership, civic responsibility, and dedication to national development.[/read]
Dr. MNJ
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Ottawa–Kabul Global Education Centre (OGEC)
Dr. Mohammad Nasir Jallah is an Afghan-Canadian physician, educator, and humanitarian leader devoted to advancing equitable access to education and healthcare for Afghan communities. A graduate of Kabul Medical University (MD, 2008), he has successfully completed key components of Canadian medical licensure, including the MCCEE and NAC-OSCE.
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He is the Founder and CEO of the Ottawa–Kabul Global Education Centre (OGEC), a Canadian-registered nonprofit organization providing free, high-quality online education to Afghan girls and women deprived of schooling and higher education under current restrictions. Under his visionary leadership, OGEC has grown to serve more than 15,000 students across five interconnected projects:
The OGEC School for Girls, providing free online education for grades 7 through 12.
The Kankoor Preparation Program, preparing students for Afghanistan’s national university entrance exam.
The Kabul Online Medical University in Exile (KOMU-E), with six faculties: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Midwifery, Public Health, and Allied Health.
The Postgraduate Program, supporting Afghan female doctors and specialists in preparing for international medical licensing exams (Canada, US, UK, Australia, and Dubai).
The English Program, which strengthens all four educational tracks by enhancing language proficiency and academic readiness.
Dr. Jallah is also the Founder and President of Jallah Academy, an advanced educational platform supporting international medical graduates (IMGs) in achieving Canadian and global medical licensure. He serves as Co-Founder of the FAST Foundation, which provides financial and medical assistance to Afghanistan’s most vulnerable patients, ensuring access to treatment and essential healthcare services.
In addition, Dr. Jallah is the Chief Executive Officer of the Canada Afghanistan Association of Health Professionals (CAAHP), an organization committed to standardizing Afghanistan’s healthcare and medical education systems while supporting Afghan-trained physicians in obtaining professional licensure and integration into the Canadian healthcare system.
Through these interconnected initiatives, Dr. Jallah continues to champion educational access, healthcare development, and global collaboration — building sustainable pathways of learning, empowerment, and service for Afghan women and professionals worldwide.[/read]
Dr. Tamana Barakaty
Dr. Tamana Barakati Humkar is a Fellow Researcher at Queen Mary University of London, where she contributes to teaching and training in Fixed Prosthodontics Clinical Laboratory Skills.
[read more] She holds an MSc in Prosthodontics from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) and a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. Previously, Dr. Humkar served as Dean and Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, Kabul University of Medical Sciences (KUMS), where she played a key role in advancing dental education and clinical practice.[/read]
[read more] She holds an MSc in Prosthodontics from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) and a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. Previously, Dr. Humkar served as Dean and Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, Kabul University of Medical Sciences (KUMS), where she played a key role in advancing dental education and clinical practice.[/read]
Dr. Faryal Yasamin Omary
Dr. Faryal Yasamin Omary is head of Curative Medicine at KOMU-E.
She has over 6 years of experience in research and medical education. She earned her first Medical Degree from Kabul Medical University in Afghanistan.
[read more] Her second Medical Sciences degree from University of Hertfordshire in London UK. Her academic focus includes research in AI - driven molecular modelling and practical curriculum development for medical students. Dr. Omary is a published author in peer-reviewed journals and is deeply committed to mentoring future healthcare professionals.[/read]
[read more] Her second Medical Sciences degree from University of Hertfordshire in London UK. Her academic focus includes research in AI - driven molecular modelling and practical curriculum development for medical students. Dr. Omary is a published author in peer-reviewed journals and is deeply committed to mentoring future healthcare professionals.[/read]
Dr. Sumaira Yaftali
Dr. Yaftali also held the position of Chief of the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery at KUMS for three years, where she played a pivotal role in curriculum development, faculty leadership, and student mentorship.
[read more] Her career reflects a deep dedication to women's health, medical education, and institutional development in Afghanistan. She continues to inspire future generations of healthcare professionals through her leadership, scholarship, and service.[/read]
[read more] Her career reflects a deep dedication to women's health, medical education, and institutional development in Afghanistan. She continues to inspire future generations of healthcare professionals through her leadership, scholarship, and service.[/read]
Executive Team
Dr. Mohammad Nasir Jallah
CEO
Dr. Tamana Barakaty
Chief of Academic Officer
Dr. Tamana Barakati Humkar is a Fellow Researcher at Queen Mary University of London, where she contributes to teaching and training in Fixed Prosthodontics Clinical Laboratory Skills.
[read more] She holds an MSc in Prosthodontics from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) and a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. Previously, Dr. Humkar served as Dean and Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, Kabul University of Medical Sciences (KUMS), where she played a key role in advancing dental education and clinical practice.[/read]
[read more] She holds an MSc in Prosthodontics from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) and a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. Previously, Dr. Humkar served as Dean and Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, Kabul University of Medical Sciences (KUMS), where she played a key role in advancing dental education and clinical practice.[/read]
Dr. Masood Noora
Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Masood Noora is an accomplished Program Manager and medical professional with extensive experience in healthcare, education, and international program management.
[read more] He currently serves as Program Coordinator at The Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF) in Toronto, Deputy Chairperson and Chief of Operations at the Ottawa-Kabul Global Education Centre (OGEC), and Program Director at the Kabul Online Medical University in Exile (KOMU-E). As Deputy Chairperson and Chief of Operations at OGEC, Dr. Noora plays a central role in advancing global education and cross-border collaboration between Canada and Afghanistan. He oversees strategic planning, operational coordination, and academic partnerships aimed at empowering Afghan learners—particularly women and youth—through online and blended education models. Through his leadership at KOMU-E, Dr. Noora supports Afghan female medical students in exile, ensuring access to quality medical education despite political and social barriers. His work involves curriculum coordination, faculty engagement, and student mentorship within a virtual learning ecosystem dedicated to preserving academic continuity for displaced learners. A former physician at Ariana Hospital in Kabul, Dr. Noora brings a rich understanding of international health systems, patient care, and community well-being. His unique combination of clinical knowledge and project management expertise allows him to bridge medical practice with education, policy, and social impact. Driven by compassion and a vision for equitable access to education and healthcare, Dr. Masood Noora continues to lead transformative initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen communities both in Canada and abroad. [/read]
[read more] He currently serves as Program Coordinator at The Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF) in Toronto, Deputy Chairperson and Chief of Operations at the Ottawa-Kabul Global Education Centre (OGEC), and Program Director at the Kabul Online Medical University in Exile (KOMU-E). As Deputy Chairperson and Chief of Operations at OGEC, Dr. Noora plays a central role in advancing global education and cross-border collaboration between Canada and Afghanistan. He oversees strategic planning, operational coordination, and academic partnerships aimed at empowering Afghan learners—particularly women and youth—through online and blended education models. Through his leadership at KOMU-E, Dr. Noora supports Afghan female medical students in exile, ensuring access to quality medical education despite political and social barriers. His work involves curriculum coordination, faculty engagement, and student mentorship within a virtual learning ecosystem dedicated to preserving academic continuity for displaced learners. A former physician at Ariana Hospital in Kabul, Dr. Noora brings a rich understanding of international health systems, patient care, and community well-being. His unique combination of clinical knowledge and project management expertise allows him to bridge medical practice with education, policy, and social impact. Driven by compassion and a vision for equitable access to education and healthcare, Dr. Masood Noora continues to lead transformative initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen communities both in Canada and abroad. [/read]
Ladia Ahmed
Chief Financial Officer
Ladia Ahmed is a finance professional with a degree in International Accounting and Finance and over 13 years of experience in real estate, where she specializes in real estate accounting.
[read more] She spent 5 years as a mortgage agent, working with both private lenders and TD Bank to guide clients through complex financing solutions. Ladia also gained 7 months of auditing experience with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), strengthening her skills in compliance and analysis. In the non-profit sector, she not only applied her financial expertise but also ran the operational side of the organization, ensuring efficiency and impact across both finance and administration.[/read]
[read more] She spent 5 years as a mortgage agent, working with both private lenders and TD Bank to guide clients through complex financing solutions. Ladia also gained 7 months of auditing experience with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), strengthening her skills in compliance and analysis. In the non-profit sector, she not only applied her financial expertise but also ran the operational side of the organization, ensuring efficiency and impact across both finance and administration.[/read]
Dr. Zahir Ayubi
Director of Qaulity
Dr. Mohammad Zahir Ayubi is a distinguished Afghan academic and public health professional whose career spans over three decades of service in higher education, public health management, and media leadership.
[read more] He began his professional journey in 1989 as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine, Kabul Medical Science University, where he contributed to the advancement of medical education during a crucial period in Afghanistan’s academic development. In 1992, he was appointed Clinic In-Charge in Farah Province and subsequently served as Provincial Director of Primary Health Care (PHC) in 1995. Dr. Ayubi joined the Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (CHA) in 1997, assuming the roles of Provincial Health Officer and TBA/VHV Program Manager, where he played a key role in strengthening community-based health initiatives by writing a comprehensive guide on training local midwives and village health volunteers. In 2003, he was appointed Coordinator of the Training Center, and in 2005, promoted to Training Manager within the Capacity Building Department (ASMA) in Kabul, where he oversaw numerous professional development and public health training programs. His career later expanded into the field of media and communication. In 2006, Dr. Ayubi became Director of Radio Nawa at the Saba Media Organization, followed by his appointment as Deputy Director of Bakhtar TV in 2008. In the financial sector, he served as Head of the Capacity Building Department at Kabul Bank in 2009 and was subsequently promoted to Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Marketing and media Affairs in 2010. From 2011 to 2012, Dr. Ayubi served as Director of Afghan TV and Afghan News Network, and concurrently as Chancellor of Cheragh Medical Higher Education Institute (August 2011 – April 2012). He continued his academic leadership as Chancellor of Ghalib University from May 2012 to April 2015, and later held several senior academic and administrative positions at Kardan University until August 2021. Following the political transition in Afghanistan, Dr. Ayubi relocated to the United Kingdom in November 2021. Since April 18, 2024, he has been serving as Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Public Health at Kabul Online Medical University, an institution established to provide academic opportunities for Afghan scholars and women in exile. In addition to his academic and professional accomplishments, Dr. Ayubi has made significant contributions to journalism and media development in Afghanistan. He served as a Board Member of the Afghanistan Journalists’ National Union and as Secretary General of the South Asian Free Media Association (SAFMA) in Afghanistan, where he worked to promote free and responsible journalism across the region. Dr. Ayubi’s career reflects a lifelong commitment to education, public health, institutional capacity building, and media freedom—a rare combination that exemplifies intellectual leadership, civic responsibility, and dedication to national development.[/read]
[read more] He began his professional journey in 1989 as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine, Kabul Medical Science University, where he contributed to the advancement of medical education during a crucial period in Afghanistan’s academic development. In 1992, he was appointed Clinic In-Charge in Farah Province and subsequently served as Provincial Director of Primary Health Care (PHC) in 1995. Dr. Ayubi joined the Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (CHA) in 1997, assuming the roles of Provincial Health Officer and TBA/VHV Program Manager, where he played a key role in strengthening community-based health initiatives by writing a comprehensive guide on training local midwives and village health volunteers. In 2003, he was appointed Coordinator of the Training Center, and in 2005, promoted to Training Manager within the Capacity Building Department (ASMA) in Kabul, where he oversaw numerous professional development and public health training programs. His career later expanded into the field of media and communication. In 2006, Dr. Ayubi became Director of Radio Nawa at the Saba Media Organization, followed by his appointment as Deputy Director of Bakhtar TV in 2008. In the financial sector, he served as Head of the Capacity Building Department at Kabul Bank in 2009 and was subsequently promoted to Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Marketing and media Affairs in 2010. From 2011 to 2012, Dr. Ayubi served as Director of Afghan TV and Afghan News Network, and concurrently as Chancellor of Cheragh Medical Higher Education Institute (August 2011 – April 2012). He continued his academic leadership as Chancellor of Ghalib University from May 2012 to April 2015, and later held several senior academic and administrative positions at Kardan University until August 2021. Following the political transition in Afghanistan, Dr. Ayubi relocated to the United Kingdom in November 2021. Since April 18, 2024, he has been serving as Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Public Health at Kabul Online Medical University, an institution established to provide academic opportunities for Afghan scholars and women in exile. In addition to his academic and professional accomplishments, Dr. Ayubi has made significant contributions to journalism and media development in Afghanistan. He served as a Board Member of the Afghanistan Journalists’ National Union and as Secretary General of the South Asian Free Media Association (SAFMA) in Afghanistan, where he worked to promote free and responsible journalism across the region. Dr. Ayubi’s career reflects a lifelong commitment to education, public health, institutional capacity building, and media freedom—a rare combination that exemplifies intellectual leadership, civic responsibility, and dedication to national development.[/read]
Yameenullah Yameen
Fundraising and partnership Senior Advisor
Yameen is a dedicated and results-driven professional with over 20 years of experience in fundraising, partnerships, administration, procurement, HR, and IT.
[read more] A graduate of Kabul University’s Faculty of English Literature and holder of a Diploma in Cyber Security Operations from Willis College, Yameen combines strategic insight with operational excellence. [/read]
[read more] A graduate of Kabul University’s Faculty of English Literature and holder of a Diploma in Cyber Security Operations from Willis College, Yameen combines strategic insight with operational excellence. [/read]
Shaker Naikzad
Head of Funding for OGEC
Shaker Naikzad is a Portfolio Manager and Wealth Advisor with RBC Dominion Securities. He has more than 20 years experience in wealth and investment managemwnt, business, finance and banking. He has built and managed successful wealth management businesses for large financial institutions in Canada. Shaker is a Certified Financial Planner, Canadian Investment Manager and Fellow of Canadian Securities Institute.
