Who We Are
Who We Are
Care2Elevate is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, whose mission is to elevate self-esteem through understanding the grief cycle post-divorce by providing all-inclusive safe spaces to meet and share emotional best practices, socializing, financial literacy training, and co-parenting skills.
We aim to elevate Muslims transitioning into divorce by fostering and supporting a stigma-free, compassionate community.
Dr. Safi Kaskas
He has co-founded East West University in Chicago and served as President of the Board of Directors for East West University for over two decades.
In addition to his business pursuits, Dr. Kaskas was and still is passionate about the Abrahamic religions and has lectured throughout the US and the Middle East on topics related to Islam, interfaith, and reconciliation between Evangelicals, Jews, and American Muslims.
He is Senior Researcher in Islam and Multifaith Reconciliation with George Mason University, Center for World Religions, Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution.
He is the founder and President of the International Qur’an Research Association (IQRA’), an organization dedicated to the study and promotion of a contemporary understanding of the Qur’an. https://iqra.study/
Dr. Kaskas is known for his English Qur’an translation, The Qur’an a Contemporary Understanding, published in January 2015, and The Qur’an with References to the Bible in January 2016. The Kindest of manners, Learning from Prophet Muhammad, a collection of Hadith book, published on line.
He finished working and ready to publish The Qur’an with References to the Tanakh and he is currently working on The Thematic Qur’an, a book addressing the various themes of the Qur’an.
He is currently a guest lecturer...
He is currently a guest lecturer at The Jim Forest Institute for Religion, Peace & Justice, of St. Stephen’s University, in NB, Canada, and at Earlham School of Religion, in Richmond, Indiana.
He is Senior Researcher in Islam and Multifaith Reconciliation with George Mason University, Center for World Religions, Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution.
He is the founder and President of the International Qur’an Research Association (IQRA’), an organization dedicated to the study and promotion of a contemporary understanding of the Qur’an. https://iqra.study/
Dr. Kaskas is known for his English Qur’an translation, The Qur’an a Contemporary Understanding, published in January 2015, and The Qur’an with References to the Bible in January 2016. The Kindest of manners, Learning from Prophet Muhammad, a collection of Hadith book, published on line.
He finished working and ready to publish The Qur’an with References to the Tanakh and he is currently working on The Thematic Qur’an, a book addressing the various themes of the Qur’an.
Mariam Azimi
However she observed and assessed women that even with a stable financial ground both women and men grieve and unless we tackle the grief cycle its most likely that we will recreate toxic relationships that we came away from.
As Muslims who have experienced the grief of divorce we need a community to find a guided designed to help with navigating the intricate terrain of the grief cycle, overcome the profound loss of a marriage, and empower yourself to move forward with confidence and mindfulness centered in spirituality. In the midst of heartache and change, it’s crucial to recognize that healing is not a linear path but a journey through the multifaceted stages of grief. Understanding the intricate layers of grief acknowledging the pain, anger, and sadness that often accompany the end of a marriage is key to finding our identity. Gaining insight into your emotions, allows you to navigate the grief cycle and build yourself up both emotionally and mentally that better enable you to elevate yourself into a new beginning.
Mariam has her Bachelors from Univ. of Massachusetts and has facilitator training from The Grief Center, NM as well as Cognitively-Based Compassion Meditation (CBCM) training from Emory University. Certificate Trauma-Informed Spiritual Care; The Human Flourishing Program at Harvard. Always in pursuit of gaining knowledge to better be able to help her niche population.
However she observed and assessed...
However she observed and assessed women that even with a stable financial ground both women and men grieve and unless we tackle the grief cycle its most likely that we will recreate toxic relationships that we came away from.
As Muslims who have experienced the grief of divorce we need a community to find a guided designed to help with navigating the intricate terrain of the grief cycle, overcome the profound loss of a marriage, and empower yourself to move forward with confidence and mindfulness centered in spirituality. In the midst of heartache and change, it’s crucial to recognize that healing is not a linear path but a journey through the multifaceted stages of grief. Understanding the intricate layers of grief acknowledging the pain, anger, and sadness that often accompany the end of a marriage is key to finding our identity. Gaining insight into your emotions, allows you to navigate the grief cycle and build yourself up both emotionally and mentally that better enable you to elevate yourself into a new beginning.
Mariam has her Bachelors from Univ. of Massachusetts and has facilitator training from The Grief Center, NM as well as Cognitively-Based Compassion Meditation (CBCM) training from Emory University. Certificate Trauma-Informed Spiritual Care; The Human Flourishing Program at Harvard. Always in pursuit of gaining knowledge to better be able to help her niche population.
Zain Malik
Zain serves as an Advisor to the Society 5.0 Initiative, a global movement leveraging technology and innovation to drive positive change and sustainable development. In this capacity, he contributes his expertise to drive impactful initiatives and support the organization’s mission. Zain is deeply engaged in a variety of leadership roles. He serves as the Corporate Secretary of the International Qur’an Research Association Pakistan (IQRA’) and coordinates the organization’s International Committee of Scholars & Scientists. His leadership and expertise have extended to international platforms, where he represented Pakistan at the Kathmandu Dialogue —an International Summer School organized by The Kathmandu School of Law—in 2019. Additionally, he was selected to represent Pakistan at the International Youth Festival 2020 hosted by the University of Greifswald, Germany. In 2023, Zain was invited by the Mohammed Bin Salman Foundation to attend the Misk Global Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, further solidifying his role as a global youth leader.
Zain is a prominent voice in youth leadership in Pakistan, currently serving as the Information Secretary and Spokesperson for the National Youth Alliance of Pakistan. He also holds key public relations positions as the Public Relations Officer for Core Middle East News Organization and Public Relations Director for the Global Peace Summit. His career includes significant experience in the media industry, having worked as an Associate Producer for Investigative Journalism at Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV). As a seasoned Public Relations and Communications specialist, Zain excels in crafting compelling narratives, managing crisis communications, promoting positive image, and developing strategic communications plans that drive results. With a proven track record of delivering impactful campaigns and communications strategies, he helps individuals and organizations effectively engage their audiences and achieve their goals. Zain has a demonstrated ability in organizing and managing high-profile events, including conferences, seminars, workshops, and public gatherings. His expertise also includes enhancing social movements, strategic communications, and advocacy. In the realm of international peace and security, Zain furthered his knowledge by earning a certificate in International Peace & Security in 2021 from the Center for International Peace & Security (CIPS) at the National University of Science & Technology (NUST), Islamabad.
Zain’s commitment to community service is evident in his service as the Zonal Rotaract Representative for Rotary International District 3272 during the 2021-22 Rotary Year. He provides comprehensive consulting services to non-profit organizations, including structural development and capacity building, project design and implementation, strategic planning and management, advocacy and campaign development, community engagement and outreach, partnership development and collaboration, and impact assessment and evaluation.
With a passion for advancing social causes and advocating for human rights, Zain continues to be a driving force for positive change both locally and internationally.
Zain serves as an Advisor...
Zain serves as an Advisor to the Society 5.0 Initiative, a global movement leveraging technology and innovation to drive positive change and sustainable development. In this capacity, he contributes his expertise to drive impactful initiatives and support the organization’s mission. Zain is deeply engaged in a variety of leadership roles. He serves as the Corporate Secretary of the International Qur’an Research Association Pakistan (IQRA’) and coordinates the organization’s International Committee of Scholars & Scientists. His leadership and expertise have extended to international platforms, where he represented Pakistan at the Kathmandu Dialogue —an International Summer School organized by The Kathmandu School of Law—in 2019. Additionally, he was selected to represent Pakistan at the International Youth Festival 2020 hosted by the University of Greifswald, Germany. In 2023, Zain was invited by the Mohammed Bin Salman Foundation to attend the Misk Global Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, further solidifying his role as a global youth leader.
Zain is a prominent voice in youth leadership in Pakistan, currently serving as the Information Secretary and Spokesperson for the National Youth Alliance of Pakistan. He also holds key public relations positions as the Public Relations Officer for Core Middle East News Organization and Public Relations Director for the Global Peace Summit. His career includes significant experience in the media industry, having worked as an Associate Producer for Investigative Journalism at Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV). As a seasoned Public Relations and Communications specialist, Zain excels in crafting compelling narratives, managing crisis communications, promoting positive image, and developing strategic communications plans that drive results. With a proven track record of delivering impactful campaigns and communications strategies, he helps individuals and organizations effectively engage their audiences and achieve their goals. Zain has a demonstrated ability in organizing and managing high-profile events, including conferences, seminars, workshops, and public gatherings. His expertise also includes enhancing social movements, strategic communications, and advocacy. In the realm of international peace and security, Zain furthered his knowledge by earning a certificate in International Peace & Security in 2021 from the Center for International Peace & Security (CIPS) at the National University of Science & Technology (NUST), Islamabad.
Zain’s commitment to community service is evident in his service as the Zonal Rotaract Representative for Rotary International District 3272 during the 2021-22 Rotary Year. He provides comprehensive consulting services to non-profit organizations, including structural development and capacity building, project design and implementation, strategic planning and management, advocacy and campaign development, community engagement and outreach, partnership development and collaboration, and impact assessment and evaluation.
With a passion for advancing social causes and advocating for human rights, Zain continues to be a driving force for positive change both locally and internationally.