Staff Members
The team driving MCN's programs, operations, and community impact across New York City — organized by role and responsibility.
Husein Yatabarry
Husein leads Muslim Community Network's work across education, advocacy, and civic engagement — working with partners citywide to shape policy and strengthen the organization's long-term impact.
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Nafisa S. Al Hafiz
Nafisa leads MCN's day-to-day operations — managing finance, HR, and the systems that keep programs running smoothly across the organization.
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Leads advocacy campaigns and builds coalitions for Muslim New Yorkers' civil rights.
Supports day-to-day financial operations and administrative coordination.
Delivers civic education programming for Muslim women across the five boroughs.
Develops youth leadership pathways and civic engagement fellowships.
Manages civic leadership programming and community capacity building.
Leads women's community education workshops and outreach initiatives.
Coordinates direct community services and case support programs.
Keeps MCN's technology and office running smoothly for every team.
Coordinates case management intake and supports families navigating direct services and civic engagement.
Supports research and analysis on global affairs and locally driven development programs.
Rohingya human rights advocate and founder of the Rohingya Student Network, supporting youth empowerment and refugee rights.
Board of Directors
Guiding MCN's strategic direction and ensuring the mission is upheld with integrity, vision, and accountability.
Dr. Debbie Almontaser
Educator, author, and civil rights advocate, Dr. Almontaser brings decades of community leadership to the board — guiding MCN's governance and strategic direction with clarity and conviction.
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Brings strategic governance experience and community development expertise to MCN's board.
Nonprofit leader and advocate for economic empowerment in Muslim communities.
Writer and cultural voice amplifying Muslim narratives in national media.
Advisory Board
Distinguished leaders who provide strategic counsel and deep expertise to strengthen MCN's long-term impact.
Global advocate for religious pluralism, women's rights, and interfaith cooperation.
Co-Founders & Emeritus
The visionaries whose commitment, leadership, and service built the foundation MCN stands on today.
Co-Founders & Board Emeritus
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Imam al-Haji Co-Founder
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Aisha al-Adawiya Co-Founder
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03
Adem Carroll Executive Director 2008-2010
Additional Board Emeritus
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04
Robina Niaz Former Board Member
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Moushumi M. Khan Former Board Member
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Sarah Sayeed Former Board Member
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Nurah Amatullah Former Board Member
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08
Abdulsalam Musa Former Board Member
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