OUR LEADERSHIP
Action For Humanity’s Board of Trustees acts to ensure that we never lose sight of the better world we are working to create.
Rania Lawendy – Chief Executive Officer
Rania Lawendy is the Chief Executive Officer of Action For Humanity Canada, which she proudly founded to connect Canadian donors with high-impact humanitarian and development efforts worldwide. With over 25 years of experience in community engagement, international advocacy, and non-profit leadership, Rania brings an expert approach to humanitarian fundraising and global action.
Rania also leads the organisation’s growing advocacy efforts, ensuring that Canadian voices are part of global conversations on justice, equity, and principled humanitarian response. She has worked extensively on issues related to conflict, displacement, and human rights, with a particular focus on communities affected by war in the Middle East. Rania has established a strong national profile as a trusted voice on global justice, civic engagement, and grassroots giving across Canada’s diverse communities.
Under her leadership, Action For Humanity Canada delivers life-saving programmes in crisis-affected countries such as Syria, Palestine, Yemen, and beyond. Supporting both emergency relief and long-term development.
Meet our leadership team
RANIA LAWENDY
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
OTHMAN MOQBEL
CHAIR OF THE BOARD
In my years of experience in this sector, I have seen the power of people to affect change. Everyday I am inspired by the stories of our staff, volunteers and donors who show unwavering support in helping us accomplish our mission. We work diligently to ensure the voices of the oppressed are heard, the biggest challenges of our time tackled, and we continue saving lives when disasters strike. I hope you will join us.
Every donation has the potential to change a life and save a life, that is why we ensure that donor money is used to best serve those in need. Action For Humanity’s Board of Trustees acts to ensure that we never lose sight of the better world we are working to create.
SOME OF THEIR ROLES INCLUDE
Ensuring the expected standards of governance, accountability and transparency are met.
Approving budgets, audited financial statements and governance policies.
Ensuring all laws, rules, regulations and policies - including those addressing conflicts of interests and ethics, are rigorously followed.
Providing general oversight and creating a culture of excellence within the organisation.
Ensuring that the charity remains focused on its mission, adapting strategies to align with emerging needs and opportunities.
Championing values that reflect the organisation’s commitment to integrity, equity, and diversity in all its activities.