Our Story & Mission
The Greater Toronto Kurdish House is a community-driven, registered Canadian non-profit serving the Kurdish diaspora in the GTA since 2009.
Our Story & Mission
Our Mission
At the Greater Toronto Kurdish House, our mission is to support Kurdish individuals, families, refugees, and newcomers in the Greater Toronto Area through community programs, education, cultural initiatives, and advocacy. We are committed to preserving and promoting Kurdish heritage, empowering community members, and helping them successfully integrate and contribute to Canadian society.
Our Vision
We envision a strong, united, and thriving Kurdish community that proudly preserves its heritage while shaping a successful future in Canada. We strive to make Kurdish language, culture, and values a living bridge between generations while promoting leadership, inclusion, and cross-cultural understanding.
Our Values
Community First
We prioritize the needs and wellbeing of our community members above all else.
Cultural Pride
We celebrate and preserve Kurdish heritage, language, and traditions.
Transparency
We operate with honesty and accountability in all our activities.
Excellence
We strive for the highest standards in our programs and services.
Executive Board
Our dedicated board members bring diverse expertise and unwavering commitment to serving the Kurdish community.
Dr. Anwer
Dr.
President
Leyla Mahmoud
Vice President
Hassan Ali
Secretary
Shilan Karim
Treasurer
Omar Hussein
Board Member
Berivan Öztürk
Board Member
How We're Organized
A clear chain of accountability from governance down to the teams that deliver programs every day.
Top Level
Board of Directors
Chair & Advisers
Executive Leadership
Executive Director
Reports to the Board of Directors
Pillar
Communications & Public Affairs
- Public Relations
- Government Relations
- Legal & Governance Support
- Partnerships & Fundraising
Pillar
Media & Digital Platforms
- Social Media & Content Production
- Design & Branding
- Website & Digital Infrastructure
- Membership & Volunteer Platform
Pillar
Community Engagement
- Women's Affairs
- Youth Affairs
- Cultural Programs & Events
- Community Outreach
Pillar
Education & Training
- Academic Affairs
- Training & Courses
- Mentorship & Career Development
- Student Support
Pillar
Finance & Administration
- Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Accounting
- Treasury
- Asset Management
Pillar
Operations & Logistics
- Logistics
- Facilities Management
- Event Operations
- IT Support
Top Level
Board of Directors
Chair & Advisers
Executive Leadership
Executive Director
Reports to the Board of Directors
- Public Relations
- Government Relations
- Legal & Governance Support
- Partnerships & Fundraising
- Social Media & Content Production
- Design & Branding
- Website & Digital Infrastructure
- Membership & Volunteer Platform
- Women's Affairs
- Youth Affairs
- Cultural Programs & Events
- Community Outreach
- Academic Affairs
- Training & Courses
- Mentorship & Career Development
- Student Support
- Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Accounting
- Treasury
- Asset Management
- Logistics
- Facilities Management
- Event Operations
- IT Support
Our Constitution
Read our governing document and organizational structure.