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Femigrants exists to elevate immigrant women through leadership, visibility, and access to career and business growth resources.

We Elevate Immigrant Women Through Leadership, Visibility, and Access to Growth Resources.

Our boards and leadership team provide the strategic direction and integrity that make this mission possible.

Our Governance Philosophy

Femigrants’ board structure is intentionally built for clarity, transparency, and long-term impact.
  • Executive Board: Oversees mission, governance, and strategic execution.
  • Advisory Board: Offers external expertise, thought leadership, and strategic alignment.
  • Community Collaborators: Represent the voice of immigrant women in action—driving programs, events, and initiatives from the ground up.
This balance of governance and inclusion enables Femigrants to stay both vision-driven and community-informed—a structure that scales sustainably and authentically.

Board & Leadership

Our boards and leadership team provide the strategic direction, integrity, and partnership that make this mission possible.
  • Empowerment through representation – creating seats at tables that once felt out of reach.
  • Impact through collaboration – uniting expertise across borders, industries, and generations.
  • Integrity through shared purpose – ensuring our work uplifts immigrant women authentically and sustainably.
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Together, we ensure that Femigrants grows with sustainability, purpose, and accountability—while staying deeply connected to the community it serves.

Executive Board

Aytakin Aliyeva,

Founder & CEO

A visionary entrepreneur and community builder, Aytakin founded Femigrants to unite immigrant women leaders across the globe. Her leadership drives innovation, strategic partnerships, and a movement built on inclusion and impact.

Azar Aghasiyev,

Chief Financial Officer

With extensive financial management experience, Azar oversees Femigrants’ fiscal responsibility and sustainability, helping ensure that every investment aligns with the organization’s long-term growth.

Ezgi Atay,

Strategic & Financial Advisor

Ezgi brings expertise in strategy, operations, and corporate finance, advising Femigrants on scalable models for community and business expansion.

Power Shaped by Experience

Femigrants is more than a community; it’s a collective of lived stories. Our strength lies in the diversity of experiences that shape our leadership—immigrants who have crossed continents, rebuilt careers, launched businesses, and redefined success on their own terms

Every member of our leadership team reflects the essence of what it means to be a Femigrant: resilient, intelligent, creative, and unstoppable.

Advisory Board

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Join Our Leadership Team

Leadership at Femigrants is rooted in shared values, accountability, and a deep belief in the potential of immigrant women.
Are you ready to shape the future of immigrant women's leadership?
We're building a global movement—and we need visionary leaders to help us grow. Whether you have 5 hours a month or deeper involvement, there's a volunteer leadership role for you.
Open volunteer leadership roles include:
  • Community Ambassadors – Build relationships, host local chapters, and amplify Femigrants' reach in your region
  • Thought Leaders – Contribute content, speaking engagements, and mentorship that elevate immigrant women's visibility
  • Operations & Growth Lead – Support fundraising, partnerships, communications, and organizational development
This is volunteer-driven. This is mission-driven. This is impact.
If you're passionate about empowering immigrant women and ready to lead alongside us, we'd love to explore how you can contribute.
Apply here

Benefits of joining the Femigrants’ Board:

Make a difference in the lives of immigrant women and familieses

Gain valuable experience and expertise in nonprofit governance

Connect with other like-minded individuals

Help Femigrants achieve its mission

Increase visibility for your work on making a social impact

Be recognized on the Femigrants website

Get featured on the Femigrants newsletter and social media

We have opportunities for Advisory Board members to join our board. Advisory Board members provide guidance and support to the board of directors, but they are not responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization.

Become a Board Member

Fill the contact form to make a request for becoming a Board Member. We will contact you soon to discuss the details.

    Board Members

    Dr. Chandra Vadhana R.

    Fulbright Post Doctoral Fellow, Stanford
    “What you do today is important, because you are exchanging a day of your life with what you do today!”
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    Kanykei Omurzakova

    Global Automation Lead, Cisco
    “I received help and support from fellow femigrants when I started my professional journey in the United States. It is time to give back!"
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    Kanika Sabharwal

    Senior Vice President, Heritage Bank
    "I understand the challenges of finding a sense of home when you’re miles away. That’s why foundations like Femigrants are crucial for providing a supportive network for one another."
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    We are grateful to our board members for bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to our organization. We value your guidance and support, which is essential to our success.

    Board of Directors

    Gabriela Machado

    Gabriela Machado

    HR Admin Lead, Google via Vaco
    Gabriela is a Femigrant from Brazil. She is an experienced HR specialist. Gabriela is passionate about HR because she believes employees are the backbone of any organization. She thrives to create an inclusive workplace culture where employees feel valued and empowered.

    Mammad Karim

    General Partner, Caucasus Ventures
    "Understanding and supporting female immigrants is not just about embracing diversity; it’s about recognizing the unique stories and contributions that enrich our collective narrative, fostering a more inclusive and harmonious society."

    Sapar Tolyebai

    Senior Program Manager, Wish
    "You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think !” By Winnie The Pooh

    Aytakin Aliyeva

    Founder of the Femigrants Foundation
    “I am thankful for my hardships and challenges, as they have made me stronger than I could have ever imagined. Our strength and resilience as immigrants allow us to overcome any challenge. A happy and successful life is what we deserve.”

    Sevda Karimova

    Board of Director - Product Marketing Manager, Equifax
    “As a first-gen immigrant, I know the value of the support and empowerment found in a community. Proud to be on a board that celebrates and shares immigrant leaders’ journeys in the diverse tapestry of the US while providing a community.”

    Azar Aghasiyev

    Chief Financial Officer, Femigrants
    "It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.” – Aristotle