Subcommittees
CU ISoc Subcommittees 2025-26
ISoc is involved in a wide range of activities and our subcommittees make this possible. If you have enquiries or suggestions, please feel free to contact the Head of any subcommittee below.
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Access
Head: Sarah Misraoui
Supports prospective Muslim applicants applying to university, through online mentoring, access open days, and mock interviews. Visit our Access Programmes page for more information.
Members: Amal Sophia Choudhury, Omar Hanish, Rahan Chowdhury
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Activism
Head: Bishakha Alam
Revitalising the spirit of activism rooted in Islamic principles, amplifying the voice of Muslim students on political issues, collaborating with other societies on causes of mutual interest, and creating a mindset of service for Islam.
Members: Fatima Muman, Naeema Noor, Salman Huwait
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Annual Dinner
Head: Malaika Subhani
Organising ISoc's flagship dinner, connecting current students with alumni and fundraising for ISoc.
Members: Aminah Mazhar, Fahim Mahmadul Faisal, Rumlah Yaqub, Ruşen Uğursal
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Careers
Head: Sakina Dhirani
Focused on enhancing the career prospects and skills of the Muslim community through informative careers panels and events.
Members: Saqib Ahmed, Usairam Abdullah
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Charity
Head: Daniyal Ashraf
Responsible for organising Charity Week, which involves cake sales, the Snowdon hike, fundraising events and the Charity Dinner & Auction.
Members: Abir Mohammed, Fauzaan Ahmed, Mahja Rahman, Nura Mutahharah, Rumlah Yaqub, Salman Huwait, Umar Shifas, Yusuf Karim
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Community & Outreach
Head: Aalim Kalam
Works to serve the local community through outreach projects. This includes organising the weekly Homeless Outreach for ISoc members to volunteer and help in handing out food and hot drinks.
Members: Imaan Yahya, Irum Shahid, Sinan Arif Aramaz
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Design
Head: Ayesha Awais (Design Officer)
The hub of creativity lies here with the design subcommittee; the creators behind the incredible posters used throughout our social media!
Members: Meerab Ghani, Jiyaad Ali
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Events
Heads: Madeeha Farhat and Yusuf Aziz (Events Officers)
Responsible for ensuring ISoc events run smoothly, from booking venues to providing refreshments and helping run the engaging circles for everyone’s benefit.
Members: Bishakha Alam, Sadia Zainab Akhter
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Explore Islam Week
Heads: Nabeel Abdul Rasheed and Fazil Khan
The EIW Subcommittee is responsible for organising and planning the flagship events and initiatives (such as the staple EIW Exhibition and Open Mic Night) that characterise Explore Islam Week; a week where we work to show the beauty of Islam to the Cambridge community at large. The subcommittee plays a role in the pre-events brainstorming and shaping, as well as spearheading the on-the-ground implementation.
Members: Abiaz Afzal, Salmah Elwerfalli, Samia Rashid, Yusuf Aziz
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Graduate Reps
Heads: Maryam Farish and Isabah Khondaker (Socials Officers)
Dedicated to enhancing the university experience for graduate students, and ensure the presence of ISoc is maintained outside term-time to provide for those who stay in Cambridge.
Members: Fathimath Ema Ziya, Ahmed Shehata
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Iftar
Head: Sakib Ahmed
Involved in working to serve our community by providing CUISoc members subsidised iftar meals during Ramadan.
Members: Imaan Yahya, Rumlah Yaqub, Sohayb Thamir Abdulgader Nassier, Usairam Abdullah
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Jummah
Head: Syeda Ali (Student Affairs Officer)
In charge of organising prayer mats, and ensuring the smooth running of the weekly ISoc Friday Prayer.
Members: Ahmed Ahmed, Amaan Tahir, Mustafid Tajwar, Ismail Ahmed
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Muslimah Week
Head: Alisha Mafaas (Secretary)
This subcommittee is responsible for the organisation of Muslimah week, a week centred around the celebration of legendary Muslimah, both past and present through a range of socials and events.
Members: Aminah Mazhar, Meerab Ghani, Syeda Ali
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Prayer Room
Head: Syeda Ali (Student Affairs Officer)
Responsible for maintaining and the regular cleaning of the ISoc Prayer Room.
Members: Bishaka Alam, Omar Hanish, Saad Hussain, Shafi Ahmed, Sadia Zainab Akhter, Ismail Ahmed
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Socials
Heads: Maryam Farish and Isabah Khondaker (Socials Officers)
From the more casual Prayer Room chills to the more sophisticated garden parties, this subcommittee organises plenty of socials to help its members relax when university work gets stressful.
Members: Isabah Khondaker, Haseeb Irshad, Sahla Aderemi Lawal
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Social Media
Head: Khalyl Boukhanouf (Publicity Officer)
Manages posts on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and makes them available for viewing so you don’t miss out on our amazing events!
Members: Muntaha Chowdhury, Suleman Abdulgader
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Sponsorship
Head: Hayyan Kiani (Junior Treasurer)
Aims to raise supporting funds from sponsors for ISoc’s events such as the Access Conference, Charity Week, Explore Islam Week and Ramadan.
Members: Mustafid Tajwar, Sahel Gani
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Tech Team
Head: Mahi Ahmed (Operations Officer)
Involved in the handling of the general maintenance of the website as well as dealing with technical issues.
Members: Ali Zahin, Ismail Ahmed
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Welfare
Head: Syeda Ali (Student Affairs Officer)
To look out for the well-being of students, and are their first point of call with regards to any worries. We are always here to help, so if you have any questions don’t hesitate to get in touch! Visit our Welfare page for more information.
Members: Mohammad Roheel, Naba Mehreen