Shaagird

We go to lengths(literally) to give each a chance at life! We believe before going to the moon or Mars, if we go just an extra mile, we can restore many smiles!

Aasif Mujtaba

Founder & Director

An alumnus of Aligarh Muslim University and IIT-Delhi, Aasif Mujtaba, has an excellent academic background and exemplary technical skills. An avid team leader and a proud recipient of “Roll of Honor” of IIT-DELHI, he is currently a Research Scholar at the Department of Civil Engineering at IIT-DELHI. He is the Founder and Director of Miles2Smile Foundation, a not for profit organization that has been working extensively for the relief and rehabilitation of the victims of the Delhi Pogrom 2020. He is also the Director of Sunrise Public School, a relief school that is dedicated towards ensuring the education of the pogrom victims. He has served as Treasurer and Data Protection Officer and is currently serving as an executive committee member at IIT-DELHI Alumni Association. He has authored and co-authored two international books too. Aasif Mujtaba has been invited to various forums and platforms for discussion on environmental issues. He has also worked as an Environmental Engineer for MWH Pvt. Ltd. and as an Assistant Professor at Manav Rachna International University.

Mohammad Haris

Chief Operations Officer

Mohammad Haris is a force for positive change. A seasoned development communication practitioner, narrator, content creator, and media specialist, Haris brings a unique perspective shaped by his deep understanding of human experience. His keen eye for storytelling allows him to deconstruct the narratives of individuals, weaving them into impactful content. Haris’ expertise spans public relations, documentary filmmaking, and project coordination, reflecting his well-rounded skillset. A postgraduate in development communication from AJK Mass Communication Research Centre and a graduate with honors in Physics from Jamia Millia Islamia University, Haris brings both academic rigor and real-world experience to his work. His dedication to social justice is evident in his collaborations with organizations like “The Hope Project,” “Wildlife SOS,” and “Zahra Foundation,” where he amplifies the voices of the marginalized and the unheard. Fuelled by his unwavering resilience and his roots in a minority Muslim community, Haris’ documentaries consistently explore themes of diaspora, prejudice, and the fight for acceptance – themes that resonate deeply with his own experiences and those of the communities he champions.

Ms. Laaraib Ghazi

Board Member

Shaagird Foundation

Mr Danish

Board Member

Ishlamuddin

Board Member

Educators

Ms. Gulnaz
Aman
Ms. Zara
Ms. Shama
Ms. Shaheen
Ms. Nisha
Ms. Neha
Ms. Shagufta
Shaagird Foundation
Ms. Muzammil
Shaagird Foundation
Ms. Layba
Shaagird Foundation
Ms. Amreen
Miles2Smile Foundation
Ms. Farhana
Miles2Smile Foundation
Ms. Anam
Ms. Masha