Red Shawl is a women’s community organization whose mission is to inspire and equip women to build better communities
Our Objectives To Relieve Poverty by:
Advancing EDUCATION on topics related to women’s issues
Developing women’s SKILLS for enhanced income
Providing BASIC NECESSITIES to women in need
ONE WOMAN AT A TIME
Zari Gill
President
I am a Global Health Professional and a Social Entrepreneur, with over 25 years of experience of working with organization like World Vision International. I am ready to bring my learning to improving lives of women. His grace abounds in me so that I have all sufficiency in all things. I believe I am enabled only to be an enabler.
Eva Pakyam
Director, Strategic Planning and Public Relations
Over 35 years of international leadership experience in women and community economic development work in Pakistan, and then (since 1991 in Canada) through the YWCA Toronto, most recently retiring after 20 years as manager for multiple employment and training programs. I was also blessed to be able to contribute at different leadership volunteer opportunities through the Maytree Foundation and National Immigrant Women's Organization.
Shahnaz Samuel
Secretary
I am a licensed architect with Ontario Association of Architects and run a private consulting firm, I am also a professor at Sheridan college, at Faculty of Science and Applied Technology where I teach Architectural Technology courses. I live by the words, “All things are possible to one who believes!” Mark 9:23.
Helena Planche
Treasurer
Cheryl Dsouza
Director of Marketing and Communications
I believe in Red Shawl's mission and would love the opportunity to contribute my skills to help further its reach and impact. With my experience in marketing communication, and community-building, I’m confident I can help Red Shawl connect with more women and youth in meaningful ways.
Maresha Khokhar
Communications & PR
I am a graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University with a BFA in Film Studies. I recently became Certified as an Associate in Project Management. I have a passion for digital content creation and have a growing interest in project management. My goal is to collaborate, create and develop online content catering to organization vision, values and goals to reach target audiences.