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Dean Mousad

Co-Founder I Business Growth & Development Lead | Senior Counsellor

Introducing Dean Mousad, someone whose life’s work has been defined by purpose and compassion.

 

With extensive experience in the field of counselling, Dean brings a wealth of knowledge and heart to every conversation.

 

He holds a deep passion for professional development and community upliftment, all while also serving as the Managing Director of Brothers In Need, a remarkable not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping those most vulnerable in our society.

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Yousef Alkarnaz (NSW)

Co-Founder I Educational Consultancy & Strategy Lead | Senior Murabby & Mentor

Yousef Alkarnaz has a deep-rooted passion for youth development, mentoring, and faith-based education. With years of experience guiding young people, he specialises in character building, purpose discovery, and empowering students to live with intention — spiritually, academically, and socially.

 

As an educational consultant who partners with schools and institutions to deliver impactful programs in HSC strategy, leadership development, and career exploration. Through initiatives like mentoring academies, Career Safari, and faith-grounded leadership journeys, Yousef equips students, trains teachers, and awakens mentors to inspire excellence in self, community, and Ummah.

 

His work is driven by a vision to build the next generation with heart, discipline, and direction preparing young people not just for exams and jobs, but for a meaningful life.

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Aysha Hadid (NSW)

Women’s Services & Curriculum Lead

Aysha leads the vision, design, and delivery of all programs tailored for women and girls. From mentoring and training to content creation and curriculum development, she ensures that every offering is relevant, purposeful, and empowering. With a deep understanding of the needs of the community, Aysha crafts experiences that nurture faith, growth, and sisterhood both behind the scenes and on the ground. 

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Rodney Masri

Counsellor

Having lived with Mental Health and its ups and downs, I have been able to overcome the negative ways of my Mental Health and gain valuable knowledge and experience which relates to my clients in ways that is understandable and respectful to them.

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Sheikh Bashir Khan

Mendatory Sheikh | Spiritual Mentor I Survival Expert

Sheikh Bashir Khan is a respected religious leader, educator, and spiritual mentor known for his deep knowledge of Arabic and Islamic sciences. As the Mendatory Sheikh, he guides youth with wisdom, compassion, and a strong connection to faith and tradition. Beyond his religious expertise, Sheikh Bashir is also a survival expert, hunter, and fisherman bringing practical skills and a profound respect for nature into his mentorship. His unique blend of spirituality, education, and real-world experience inspires young people to build resilience, character, and a meaningful connection to their heritage.

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Aisha Dahoud

ProspHER program facilitator & girls halaqa facilitator

Aisha is an experienced educational facilitator with a strong commitment to community-based learning and lifelong development.

 

Over the past 11 years she successfully established and led a thriving homeschooling community, designing and delivering a wide range of programs, workshops, and events that bring people together through purposeful, hands-on learning experiences.

 

In addition, she has contributed to broader educational initiatives across both public and private settings. Aisha is known for her inclusive and practical facilitation style, creating spaces where learners feel empowered, connected, and engaged.

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Ummu Kulthoom Matthews

ProspHER Islamic program facilitator & girls halaqa Islamic program facilitator

Ummu Kulthoom is an experienced and passionate educator, wellbeing advocate, youth mentor and pastoral counsellor with over 25 years of experience in Islamic and mainstream education.

 

Through her extensive work in the community, Ummu has led, trained and mentored educators in delivering Islamic education with excellence, sincerity and professionalism. She is passionate about developing teachers who are not only skilled instructors, but conscious educators and role models for the next generation.

 

She has served in senior leadership roles with schools where she developed and led whole-school wellbeing frameworks, coordinated student leadership programs, established pastoral care systems, and designed programs that strengthened school culture, student voice and character development.

 

Her approach integrates strong governance, clear frameworks, and Islamic values with practical, measurable strategies that support both students and staff.

 

Ummu’s professional philosophy is grounded in purposeful leadership, strong foundations and an unwavering commitment to serving young people with integrity. She is dedicated to building environments where students flourish academically, spiritually and emotionally — and where educators are empowered to lead with confidence, structure and heart.

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Sarah Saadieh

Femme Five Program Facilitator

Meet Sarah, a passionate social worker with a double degree in Psychology and Social Science. With extensive experience as a caseworker, she specialises in helping the youth overcome abuse and trauma. Along with ongoing Shariah studies, Sarah is dedicated to empowering the female youth to reach their full potential and reconnect with themselves and their faith amidst a rapidly changing society.

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Abdo Meyho

Provisional Psychologist | Wellness Coach

Abdo is a dedicated Muslim with a passion for uplifting individuals and motivating them to unlock their purpose and full potential. He has over 2 years of experience in driving behavioural change, enhancing quality of life and fostering personal development. His expertise extends to delivering wellbeing workshops, leadership development and fostering positive cultures and enhanced performance across teams.

 

Alongside this, Abdo also strives to improve wellbeing and performance within our Ummah, assisting them in navigating the complexities and dynamic nature of modern life with resilience and purpose.

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Bassem Bader

Mentor

Bassem is a passionate school teacher and a core Mendatory Mentor within the 5 Before 5 Solutions movement. With a deep commitment to youth development, he blends his classroom expertise with a powerful mentoring presence engaging students in conversations that spark faith, self-belief, and direction. Whether in schools or community spaces, Bassem is driven by the vision to uplift and inspire the next generation to live with purpose, character, and confidence.

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Ameen Hussein

Mentor

Ameen is a passionate youth Islamic Studies teacher and a valued Mendatory Mentor within the 5 Before 5 Solutions community. With a calm presence and a heart for guiding youth, he blends traditional knowledge with real-world relevance helping young people connect deeply with their faith and live with purpose. Through teaching and mentoring, Ameen empowers students to strengthen their identity, refine their character, and grow into confident, spiritually grounded individuals.

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Saad Akhter

Mentor

Saad is a high school teacher and Mendatory Mentor known for his relatable approach, quiet leadership, and strong connection with youth. With a genuine passion for education and mentorship, he creates spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and driven to grow. Saad’s work bridges the classroom and the real-world helping students build character, develop purpose, and step confidently into their future.

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Uzair Rizwan (NSW)

Mentor

Uzair is a dynamic educator, entrepreneur, and Mendatory Mentor who brings creativity, vision, and drive to everything he does. With a unique blend of business acumen and a passion for youth development, he equips young people with the mindset, skills, and confidence to lead purposeful lives. Whether in the classroom, the community, or through innovative ventures, Uzair inspires others to think big, act boldly, and stay grounded in values.l

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Enes Mohamed

Mentor

Enes is a Mendatory Mentor, youth sports entrepreneur, and a passionate innovator in the charity field. With a heart for service and a drive for impact, he uses the power of sport and grassroots initiatives to engage, inspire, and uplift young people. Enes brings fresh energy and strategic thinking to the charitable space, creating programs that not only build physical strength, but also nurture resilience, teamwork, and purpose. His work stands at the intersection of passion and impact empowering youth to thrive both on the field and in life.

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Luqman Arab

Student Mentor

Luqman is a dedicated student and study mentor, entrepreneur, and founder of DUX Academy. With a passion for academic excellence and personal growth, he empowers students to unlock their potential through strategic study habits, mindset development, and mentorship. As a young leader and innovator, Luqman combines lived experience with entrepreneurial vision to support high school students in excelling not only in their studies, but in their purpose and direction. His work bridges education with ambition — guiding the next generation to aim higher and lead with clarity.