We support mission-driven groups to be more effective and increase their impact. Through strategic insight, process improvement, and capacity-building, we transport potential into progress.
Our founder, Amany Alhadka, launched Alnawa in 2020 after years of being approached by leaders who excelled at driving change but needed guidance on building
and managing the back-end of their organization.
With deep experience across global context, Amany began offering strategic organizational solutions tailored to the needs of founders and growing teams, supporting them to lead with clarity and confidence.
About Us
Our Approach
Our process starts with listening. We work with each client to co-create a plan that may include strategic advice, leadership accompaniment, or direct support—always grounded in flexibility, trust, and a commitment to their goals.
Over the past five years, we've helped clients:
Incorporate, set up and expand business operations
Develop HR policies and compensation frameworks
Navigate governance and organizational change
Meet The Founder
Amany Alhadka
Founder and CEO
Amany Alhadka is a seasoned nonprofit executive with over 25 years of experience leading finance, operations, and organizational development for mission-driven organizations worldwide. She has played a critical role in helping global groups establish and operate from Canada, working with organizations such as Prospera, the International Trans Fund, MenaFem, and the Fearless Foundation for the Arts. Amany founded Alnawa Inc. to support social change leaders in launching and strengthening their operations. Her deep knowledge of startup phases, governance, and financial resilience enables her to deliver tailored operational solutions aligned with each organization’s stage of growth and vision. Before Alnawa, Amany held senior roles at the Equality Fund (formerly The MATCH International Women’s Fund), where she led business transformation and infrastructure development, and at Misr Elkheir Foundation in Egypt, where she served as COO and CPO, driving organizational scale and strategic planning. She currently serves as Director of Finance and Operations at Prospera, the International Network of Women’s Funds. Amany holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting and a postgraduate diploma in Auditing and Financial Accounting from Cairo University, and a Certificate in Public Accounting from the University of Illinois, Chicago. She also holds certifications in facilitation, leadership, donor compliance, and emergency response. She serves on the Board of Directors of Ipas, chairing the Risk and Audit Committee, and was a board member at Gender at Work from 2021 to 2024.
Meet The Team
Moamen Abdel Hamid
General Manager
Moamen Abdelhamid is a seasoned executive with 30 years of leadership experience across international NGOs, development agencies, and private sector firms. He has held senior roles including General Manager, COO, and Director of Finance, and holds deep expertise in strategic management, contract administration, and institutional operations. Moamen has worked with organizations such as CARE International, Save the Children, FHI 360, and Finbi as well as leading local organizations like Misr El Kheir Foundation and private companies in the UAE. He holds a Master’s degree from ESLSCA Business School (Paris), a supply chain certification from Institute for Supply Management (USA), and specialized credentials in risk and crisis management from the Institute for Risk Management (UK). He earned his Bachelor’s in Accounting and Auditing from Cairo University.
Amany Alhadwa is a seasoned nonprofit executive with over 25 years of experience leading finance, operations, and organizational development for mission-driven organizations worldwide. She has played a critical role in helping global groups establish and operate from Canada, working with organizations such as Prospera, the International Trans Fund, MenaFem, and the Fearless Foundation for the Arts. Amany founded Alnawa Inc. to support social change leaders in launching and strengthening their operations. Her deep knowledge of startup phases, governance, and financial resilience enables her to deliver tailored operational solutions aligned with each organization’s stage of growth and vision. Before Alnawa, Amany held senior roles at the Equality Fund (formerly The MATCH International Women’s Fund), where she led business transformation and infrastructure development, and at Misr Elkheir Foundation in Egypt, where she served as COO and CPO, driving organizational scale and strategic planning. She currently serves as Director of Finance and Operations at Prospera, the International Network of Women’s Funds. Amany holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting and a postgraduate diploma in Auditing and Financial Accounting from Cairo University, and a Certificate in Public Accounting from the University of Illinois, Chicago. She also holds certifications in facilitation, leadership, donor compliance, and emergency response. She serves on the Board of Directors of Ipas, chairing the Risk and Audit Committee, and was a board member at Gender at Work from 2021 to 2024.
Norhan AwadAllah
Director of Strategy and Operations
Norhan AwadAllah has extensive experience guiding organizational transformation across NGOs, not-forprofits, IGOs, and government sectors. As Alnawa’s Director of Strategy and Operations, she oversees organizational development, operational excellence, and strategic planning, ensuring that systems, processes, and resources are aligned to achieve sustainable impact. She has managed complex initiatives that strengthened governance, improved performance measurement, and streamlined organizational processes across diverse contexts. With a background in advising both international institutions and public sector organizations, Norhan brings expertise in strategy development, change management, and cross-sector collaboration. She is recognized for translating strategic priorities into practical pathways, helping organizations adapt, grow, and deliver lasting impact. An Egyptian-Canadian, Norhan holds a Master’s degree in International Affairs and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs and Policy Management. She is also certified as a SAFe Agile Practitioner, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and Prosci Change Practitioner. Her unique perspective, combined with her language skills and cross-cultural experience, allows her to bridge global strategies with local realities, advancing Alnawa’s mission to empower civil society organizations across the globe.
Eman Selim
Operations Weaver
Eman is the Operations Weaver at Alnawa, where she has spent the past two years aligning workflows between our internal team, clients, and service providers to drive effectiveness and efficiency. Working closely with the CEO, Eman helps translate Alnawa’s big-picture vision into actionable, executable steps, using high-level operational tools to support the team as a whole. With an academic background in accounting and a degree with honors from Cairo University, Eman discovered her true passion in operational strategy, processes, and policy-building. Originally from Egypt and now based in Canada, she brings a global perspective to her work. Eman is also an amateur environmentalist and deeply values Alnawa’s collaborations with non-profit organizations.
Amany Alhadwa is a seasoned nonprofit executive with over 25 years of experience leading finance, operations, and organizational development for mission-driven organizations worldwide. She has played a critical role in helping global groups establish and operate from Canada, working with organizations such as Prospera, the International Trans Fund, MenaFem, and the Fearless Foundation for the Arts. Amany founded Alnawa Inc. to support social change leaders in launching and strengthening their operations. Her deep knowledge of startup phases, governance, and financial resilience enables her to deliver tailored operational solutions aligned with each organization’s stage of growth and vision. Before Alnawa, Amany held senior roles at the Equality Fund (formerly The MATCH International Women’s Fund), where she led business transformation and infrastructure development, and at Misr Elkheir Foundation in Egypt, where she served as COO and CPO, driving organizational scale and strategic planning. She currently serves as Director of Finance and Operations at Prospera, the International Network of Women’s Funds. Amany holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting and a postgraduate diploma in Auditing and Financial Accounting from Cairo University, and a Certificate in Public Accounting from the University of Illinois, Chicago. She also holds certifications in facilitation, leadership, donor compliance, and emergency response. She serves on the Board of Directors of Ipas, chairing the Risk and Audit Committee, and was a board member at Gender at Work from 2021 to 2024.
Verônica Veloso
Program and Grantmaking Associate
Verônica Veloso is an activist, facilitator, and consultant from Brazil who works to ensure that community values guide every step of our work: from strategies to operations. She has experience with participatory grantmaking, group accompaniment, operations, and utilizing platforms like SmartSimple to streamline and implement participatory processes. Verônica holds a degree in International Relations (UnB) and specializations in Public Policies on Gender (CLACSO), Afro-Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACSO), and Social Projects (UFMG), with additional training in feminist leadership, creative facilitation, and conflict resolution methodologies. She has collaborated with organizations and funds such as FRIDA Young Feminist Fund, Women Win, Climate Justice Resilience Fund, International Trans Fund (ITF), UN Women, and Luminate.
Hadeer Elshahed
Finance Manager
Hadeer Elshahed holds MBA, Marketing of Services Major from Amity University. She holds Mini MBA Diploma, Management and Leadership Diploma, and Business Communication Diploma from Notting Hill College and Eton University. She is graduated from Business School, Accounting Major from Alexandria University in Egypt. Hadeer Elshahed is a Finance Manager with an experience driving financial health and strategic growth within the non-profit sector. Excels at transforming financial data into clear actionable insights. She posses good expertise in financial reporting, and establishing robust organizational budgets. Has consistently empowered organizations to optimize resource allocation, ensure compliance, and maximize their mission impact. She has a great experience in working on QuickBooks Online with all its functions.
Reem Wally
Accounting Officer
Reem Wally is an accountant with over three years of experience in the education and NGO sectors. At AlNawa Business and Consulting Services Inc., she manages financial operations, ensures compliance with donor requirements, and maintains accurate accounting records. Her expertise includes banking operations, payroll, tax filings, and financial reconciliation. She is skilled in executing local and international transfers through Convera, managing electronic invoicing, and reconciling bank and corporate credit card accounts. Reem holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting) from Beni Suef University and has completed professional training in banking, Excel for business, and talent management.
Amany Alhadwa is a seasoned nonprofit executive with over 25 years of experience leading finance, operations, and organizational development for mission-driven organizations worldwide. She has played a critical role in helping global groups establish and operate from Canada, working with organizations such as Prospera, the International Trans Fund, MenaFem, and the Fearless Foundation for the Arts. Amany founded Alnawa Inc. to support social change leaders in launching and strengthening their operations. Her deep knowledge of startup phases, governance, and financial resilience enables her to deliver tailored operational solutions aligned with each organization’s stage of growth and vision. Before Alnawa, Amany held senior roles at the Equality Fund (formerly The MATCH International Women’s Fund), where she led business transformation and infrastructure development, and at Misr Elkheir Foundation in Egypt, where she served as COO and CPO, driving organizational scale and strategic planning. She currently serves as Director of Finance and Operations at Prospera, the International Network of Women’s Funds. Amany holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting and a postgraduate diploma in Auditing and Financial Accounting from Cairo University, and a Certificate in Public Accounting from the University of Illinois, Chicago. She also holds certifications in facilitation, leadership, donor compliance, and emergency response. She serves on the Board of Directors of Ipas, chairing the Risk and Audit Committee, and was a board member at Gender at Work from 2021 to 2024.
Yara Shawky Shahin
Startegy and Research Associate
Yara Shawky Shahin is a seasoned researcher and civil society professional with 20+ years of international experience shaping resilient, empowered communities. She partners with donors, international organizations, and civil society to elevate youth participation, advance gender inclusion, and drive development programs. From the European Union Delegation to Egypt to the Ford Foundation, her work spans global development, civic engagement, and capacity building across social justice movements. Yara blends strategy development, policy and context analysis, program management, and institutional strengthening to turn insight into impact. She holds degrees in political science, human rights, and public policy, and serves as a Senior Fellow with The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE), exploring how entrepreneurship—especially digital—opens doors for women in the digital economy.
Merna Elfayoumy
Admin and Logistics Coordinator
Merna Elfayoumy is a Project Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator at Alnawa, with previous experience in operations at the American Chamber of Commerce and as an account manager at ITA Association for Medical Equipment. She specializes in designing workflows for efficiency, contract management and ensuring compliance with regulations. A skilled project manager, Merna supports coordinating project tasks and keeping operations running smoothly. She focuses on practical solutions and keeping things organized and on schedule. Merna has a Bachelor of Law from Cairo University and completed the Project Management Professional Exam Preparation Course.IGOs, and government sectors. As Alnawa’s Director of Strategy and Operations, she oversees organizational development, operational excellence, and strategic planning, ensuring that systems, processes, and resources are aligned to achieve sustainable impact. She has managed complex initiatives that strengthened governance, improved performance measurement, and streamlined organizational processes across diverse contexts. With a background in advising both international institutions and public sector organizations, Norhan brings expertise in strategy development, change management, and cross-sector collaboration. She is recognized for translating strategic priorities into practical pathways, helping organizations adapt, grow, and deliver lasting impact. An Egyptian-Canadian, Norhan holds a Master’s degree in International Affairs and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs and Policy Management. She is also certified as a SAFe Agile Practitioner, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and Prosci Change Practitioner. Her unique perspective, combined with her language skills and cross-cultural experience, allows her to bridge global strategies with local realities, advancing Alnawa’s mission to empower civil society organizations across the globe.