Major General (Retd.) Samrez Salik HI(M)
Chairman
Major General (Retd.) Muhammad Samrez Salik, HI(M) was commissioned in 10 Medium Regiment Artillery in March 1985. The General is a graduate of Command and Staff College and National Defence University Islamabad. He holds a Masters in Warfare, Defence and Strategic Studies. During his 29 years of service, the General has served on number of Command, Staff and Instructional appointments, as well as United Nations Military Observer. His previous appointment was Vice Chief of General Staff at General Headquarters Rawalpindi. The General had also served as Director General Institute of Strategic Studies & Research Analysis, National Defence University Islamabad. Currently, he is pursuing his Ph.D Degree from NDU.
Rafique Ahmed Qureshi
Director General
Mr. Rafique Ahmed Qureshi is one of the founding members of The Human Security Institute (THSI) and is currently serving as the Director General of THSI. He has earned his Graduate and Master’s degree from Azerbaijan and Russia. Mr. Qureshi has also been a member of the National Security Workshop at National Defence University, Islamabad. He looks forward to promote the endeavors of human security in Pakistan through this think-tank.
Iffat Pervaz
Co-Founder
Ms. Iffat Pervaz is associated with Research and Development for a decade. She is author of a book and many research papers. She earned her Master of Philosophy in International Relations. As a founding member of THSI she is keen to work for Humanising the Security through Research and advocacy.
Muneer Ahmed
Director
Ali Hassan
Manager Operations
Fizza Hameed Khan
Research Assistant
Fizza Hameed Khan is a dynamic research assistant at THSI, holding an undergraduate degree in defense and diplomatic studies. With a keen interest in creating engaging and informative written content, Fizza brings a multifaceted approach to her role, combining her academic background with her passion for research and writing.