The seeds of BLOOM were planted through the adoption experience of one of our founders. Since 2017, we’ve been supporting vulnerable children around the world through a range of programs supporting mental health, early childhood development, education and food security. Hear our story and meet the members of our team.

Our Team

BLOOM’s leadership team powers our mission and vision in amazing ways. We wouldn’t accomplish anything without their talent, energy, dedication, and generosity.

Amina Shams, MPH

Cofounder | Presidentamina_shams@bloomcharity.org804-937-5677

Uzma Ahmad

Cofounder | Vice President | Secretaryuzma_ahmad@bloomcharity.org

Noor Fatima Zia

Board Treasurertreasurer@bloomcharity.org

Labibah Tehreem

Social Media and Communications Leadsocialmedia@bloomcharity.org

In-Country Program Leads

Khalid Alaoui

Morocco Programs Lead

Raeesa Mirza, MD

Pakistan Programs Lead

Jihan El Huesseni

Gaza Partner Organization Lead

Mental Health Advisory Board Leads

Lena Derhally

Trauma-Informed Psychotherapist

Dina Zalami

Trauma-Informed Psychotherapist