Tareq is a skilled Operations Manager and committed humanitarian with extensive experience in community development and organizational leadership. He currently serves as the Operations Manager at ABRAR Trauma and Mental Health, where he leads internal operations, strategic planning, and program implementation to ensure the delivery of trauma-informed, culturally grounded services to newcomer and marginalized communities across Canada. With a Master’s degree in Reconstruction and a background in architecture and urban planning, Tareq brings over a decade of experience managing complex, community-based projects across Syria, Turkey, and Iraq. In Syria, Tareq was deeply involved in grassroots rebuilding initiatives in communities affected by conflict, applying his technical knowledge and leadership skills to support recovery and resilience. These experiences have shaped his ability to manage operations in complex environments and to build partnerships rooted in trust and cultural understanding. At ABRAR, Tareq plays a central role in building sustainable systems, fostering cross-sector partnerships, and enhancing the efficiency and responsiveness of organizational programs. His strategic mindset, combined with a deep commitment to social justice, ensures that ABRAR’s work remains aligned with the evolving needs of the communities it serves. Tareq believes in the power of collaboration, trust, and culturally sensitive approaches to create meaningful, lasting change.