Strategic Leadership & Community Engagement: Part 1

Sound Vision Canada is pleased to present an online training program to continue serving Muslim not-for-profit board members. Our upcoming virtual event with Junaid Mirza equips Muslim board members with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to lead effectively. This training session marks the first of two parts in our series: Strategic Leadership & Community Engagement for Muslim Not-for-Profit Boards.

TOPICS:

1. Strategic Planning for Masjids and Muslim Nonprofits

• Learn how to create vision-driven strategic plans with measurable goals.
• Explore community consultation methods that reflect Shura.
• Translate strategy into clear priorities and actions for the board.

2. Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders

• Explore practical ways to involve youth and women in governance.
• Develop mentorship pipelines to prepare future Muslim leaders.
• Learn how to make boards more reflective of Canada’s diverse Muslim communities.

The recording and presentation slides will be shared with all those who register, insha Allah.

Junaid Mirza is a partner at PwC Canada, where he leads strategy and consulting for law firms and legal departments. In addition, Junaid leads PwC Canada’s Entity Governance and Compliance practice, providing entity and board management services to over 600 entities in Canada. With over 20 years of experience, Junaid works with boards and executive teams to strengthen accountability, risk, oversight, and financial stewardship.

Junaid is actively involved in the Muslim community initiatives, focusing on governance, excellence, transparency, and long-term sustainability. He has served on boards both within and outside the community, currently serving on the boards of The Muslim Fund and the National Muslim Action Fund. Previously, Junaid has served on the boards of Muslim Neighbour Nexus, The Pearson Institute for Progressive Policy, Working Skills Centre, Fakih Foundation, United Way of Halton and Hamilton, Islamic Finance Advisory Board, and Multilingual Community Interpreter Services.

Junaid is also currently pursuing advanced studies in Islamic scholarship, bringing faith-informed perspectives to institutional leadership and board development.

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