Irfan Ullah Baig is a technology entrepreneur and community advocate from Gilgit-Baltistan, committed to using technology for social impact. As Founder of NorthNine, he creates inclusive digital solutions that improve access and opportunities for underserved communities. He supports grassroots initiatives in education, youth development, and digital literacy by mentoring and promoting tech-based learning.
Dedicated to bridging the digital divide, Irfan leads technology workshops, supports skill-building programs, and provides pro bono consulting to early-stage social impact startups, emphasizing ethical, community-focused innovation.
Through the sowEH platform, Irfan mentors emerging tech entrepreneurs, helping them achieve their goals and foster positive, sustainable change in their communities.
Mr. Irfan Ullah Baig, an intellectual partner at sowEH, is a visionary tech entrepreneur and community advocate dedicated to driving positive social change through technology. As Founder of NorthNine, he creates inclusive digital solutions that expand access, opportunity, and empowerment.
Irfan actively supports grassroots initiatives in education, youth development, and digital literacy, mentoring students, organizing local tech workshops, and providing pro bono guidance to early-stage social impact startups, bridging the digital divide and fostering innovation.
Mr. Rahim Gohar, an intellectual partner at sowEH, is a Medical Physics Specialist in Oncology at Genesis Care, Australia. Holding a postgraduate qualification in Radiation Oncology from AKUH, Karachi, he previously led the Medical Physics Section and served as Radiation Safety Officer at AKUH Nairobi, Kenya.
Through sowEH, he raises awareness about cancer and other chronic diseases, promotes healthy lifestyles, and empowers communities by combining scientific expertise with education and public health advocacy.
Mr. Masood Karim, a sowEH intellectual partner, is a seasoned development professional with extensive experience leading international organizations, including Oxfam, Concern Worldwide, World Vision, and WASEP at Aga Khan Planning & Building Services.
Currently serving as UN Partnership Lead at Save the Children International, he holds a Business Administration degree from FAST University, Islamabad. Passionate about social activism, he leverages the sowEH platform to empower underprivileged communities and drive meaningful, lasting societal change.
Mr. Salman Hunzai, is a miniature painter specializing in Indo-Persian art, graduating from the National College of Arts in 2013. His work celebrates mountains at sunrise and sunset, blending intricate detail and vibrant color to create a spiritual dialogue between nature and light.
Through sowEH, Salman passionately inspires young artists, preserves indigenous art forms, and uses visual storytelling to strengthen connections with culture, environment, and community identity for future generations.
Mr. Rashid Amin, an intellectual partner at sowEH, is a visionary artist from Danyore, Gilgit-Baltistan, whose deep connection with nature inspires his sculptures. With over ten years of experience, his work has been showcased nationally and internationally, including China and Dubai. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Rashid continues to explore nature’s beauty and complexity through sculpture art.
His insight, creativity, and artistic vision make him a valuable advisor, nurturing talent, empowering youth, and inspiring communities through art and innovation.
Miss Zahra Nooreen, Intellectual Partner at sowEH, is a trailblazing Pakistani entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of SheDev Pvt Ltd, the first women-led tech company in Gilgit-Baltistan.
A passionate advocate for women’s digital empowerment, she has trained over 2,000 women. Serving national and regional councils, she actively mentors youth. Through her work, Zahra drives innovation, digital inclusion, and STEM leadership, inspiring the next generation of women leaders across Pakistan.
Mr. Naeem Sardar, an intellectual partner at sowEH, is a visionary tech entrepreneur and Co-Founder of uConnect, a leading software and digital solutions company in Gilgit-Baltistan. Since 2014, he has driven innovation, launched successful software products, and empowered local youth through the uConnect Skill Development Program.
A strong advocate for Pakistan’s IT ecosystem, Naeem fosters digital education, entrepreneurship, and regional tech growth, making him a valuable advisor supporting sowEH’s mission of community empowerment through technology and innovation.
Mr. Niaz Hunzai is a renowned multi-instrumentalist, musician, and passionate youth empowerment advocate from Hunza. Born into a musical legacy, he overcame physical challenges and societal pressures (as specially abled person) to master multiple instruments, perform nationally and internationally including TEDx Islamabad and Spain’s SALT Festival and mentor young talents.
Currently, he teaches at top institutions like LUMS and Lahore Grammar School, Pakistan. At sowEH, his journey inspires perseverance, dedication, and the transformative power of dreams for youth.
Mr. Ejaz Karim joins sowEH as an Intellectual Partner under the Knowledge Partner Initiative, bringing visionary leadership and a passion for technology and community development. As Co-founder of uConnect and creator of GilgitApp, he has trained over 1,000 engineers, fostered 30+ startups, and provided scholarships to students.
Ejaz’s work empowers youth, drives innovation, and strengthens Gilgit-Baltistan’s tech ecosystem, guiding sowEH’s mission to inspire, educate, and equip the next generation of changemakers
Dr Habiba Shah is an Intellectual Partner at sowEH, bringing extensive academic expertise and research leadership. Currently she serves as an Associate Professor at Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi.
Dr Habiba holds Ph.D. in Food Science & Technology from the University of Karachi. With over 20 publications and recognition including the EIT Food Innovator Fellowship, her mentorship and curriculum development strengthen sowEH’s HEAL and SEEDS programs, advancing evidence-based community development and health initiatives.
Dr Fayaz Haider, an intellectual partner at sowEH, is a passionate young medical professional with a strong academic and social service background. He served the people of Gilgit Baltistan, including Hunza for three years, as a medical doctor.
As a medical doctor he developed a deeper understanding of the health challenges and community needs at a grassroot level. Currently serving at Russell’s Hall Hospital in Dudley, UK, he remains dedicated to supporting sowEH’s community-driven initiatives in education and health.
Dr Samina, an intellectual partner at sowEH, is a distinguished medical practitioner from Hunza and an alumna of AKHSS, Hunza. She specialized in Pulmonology at Indus Hospital and has served at Heartlands Hospital Birmingham. Currently, she is a Senior Fellow at the Royal Derby Hospital, UK.
Passionate about women empowerment, self-reliance, and collective progress, Dr. Samina, a former sowEH volunteer, remains dedicated to advancing the organization’s mission in education and health.
Miss Nausheen Barkat, sowEH’s Intellectual Partner and a visionary entrepreneur from Hunza, truly reflects sowEH’s commitment to education, women empowerment, and sustainability.
As the founder of Asqurr, an organic honey brand, she promotes women empowerment through sustainable beekeeping, fostering financial independence, skill development, and environmental balance. Her work perfectly aligns with sowEH’s vision of building self-reliant, knowledge-driven, and progressive communities.
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