Our Team

Muhammad Anwar brings over three decades of experience in civic leadership, development management, and liberal advocacy to his role as CEO of Freedom Gate Prosperity. A Political Science graduate from the University of the Punjab, he served 33 years at the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom, where he led programs focused on democracy, human rights, and socio-economic development across Pakistan. Muhammad Anwar co-founded The Learning School in Kot Radha Kishan, which has provided quality education to over 1,200 underprivileged students since 2002.He regularly appears in the media to promote tolerance, civic responsibility, and Jinnah’s vision of a progressive Pakistan. With Freedom Gate Prosperity, Anwar envisions a platform that empowers marginalised communities, promotes environmental stewardship, and advances inclusive development.

Mr Farhan Jawaid is an accomplished development sector professional with over two decades of experience in program management, capacity building, rights-based advocacy, and civil society networking. Holding a Master’s in Economics and a management certification from LUMS and McGill University, he has successfully led large-scale, multi-sectoral initiatives on child protection, education, health, and livelihoods. Farhan has collaborated with major international organizations, including USAID, EU, Save the Children, UNDP, and IKEA Foundation, managing teams at national and regional levels. His expertise spans strategic planning, donor coordination, program implementation, and media and government liaison, making him a key contributor to social impact and policy transformation.

Ms Amna Kayani is an accomplished project management professional with over 12 years of experience designing and leading transformative development initiatives across Pakistan. Her experience aligns closely with the mission of Freedom Gate Prosperity, advancing inclusive governance, social empowerment, and institutional reform. She has led multi-million-dollar projects with partners such as USIP, USAID, GIZ, and the British Council, focusing strongly on human rights, gender inclusion, and youth engagement. A Certified Agile Project Leader and Senior HR Practitioner (SPHRi), Amna excels in stakeholder collaboration, policy advocacy, and impact-driven capacity building. Her leadership in driving evidence-based reforms and grassroots dialogue has directly contributed to resilient communities and institutional transparency. She holds academic degrees in International Relations, Psychology, and Sociology.

Mr Shafqat Aziz is a seasoned Development Communications Specialist, Policy Advocate, and Master Trainer with over 20 years of experience in policy advocacy, media engagement, and stakeholder collaboration. He has led high-impact communication campaigns, policy reforms, and capacity-building initiatives across climate change, DRR, gender equality, food security, and WASH. Having worked with Oxfam, SDPI, PPAF, and major media outlets, he excels in multi-stakeholder dialogues, media strategies, and policy lobbying. As an Independent Consultant, he has collaborated with UNICEF, GIZ, and corporate leaders on advocacy campaigns in MHH, financial inclusion, and sustainable development. He seeks consultancy opportunities to support UN agencies and development partners in strategic communication, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.

Ms Saaremeen Fatima is a climate resilience and community engagement specialist with expertise in program management, environmental advocacy, and capacity building. She has led national and international projects on climate adaptation, sustainability, and gender-inclusive environmental policies. With experience at Accountability Lab Pakistan, she has driven initiatives on governance, climate justice, and disaster risk reduction. She conducts training on community-led sustainability solutions and policy development. Passionate about research and knowledge management, she empowers communities to adopt climate-resilient practices. Her work bridges policy and grassroots action, ensuring sustainable environmental impact and resilience against climate challenges.

Sabrina Shahzad is a communications and development specialist with over 15 years of experience in the humanitarian and development sectors. Her expertise spans donor reporting, strategic communications, knowledge product development, and cross-sectoral programme support across themes such as agriculture, food security, livelihoods, disaster response, women empowerment, and governance. With a strong focus on rights-based and gender-sensitive development, Sabrina has worked closely with technical teams, MEAL units, and government counterparts to ensure high-quality documentation and stakeholder engagement. Her work is grounded in a commitment to visibility, accountability, and inclusive development, bridging programme impact with policy influence and donor priorities.