HUMANITY UNITED MOVEMENT
HUMANITY UNITED MOVEMENT (HUM) is an ongoing digital awareness campaign that ignites compassion, inspiring change! It's time for a transformational awakening that will shake the very foundations of indifference and ignorance – uniting us in action.
HUM embarks on a journey of enlightenment, delving deep into the heart of America's most urgent humanitarian issues. Through thought-provoking content that penetrates our consciousness, we ignite the flame of empathy and empower people with knowledge. We shine a light on crucial crises including Mental Health, championing Equality for LGBTQ+, women, minority groups, confronting Poverty, and challenging outdated systems like prison reform. We forge strategic alliances, magnifying the impact of like-minded organizations, by supporting, marketing, and empowering their initiatives, causes, events, and projects.
HUM is not just an appeal for attention; it is a catalyst for action. We guide audiences to resources and opportunities to roll up their sleeves and become part of the solution.
LAUNCHING JANUARY 2024
founder'S STATEMENT
“In the grand journey of life, our deepest longing is to love and be loved. I firmly believe that this is the shared purpose that unites humanity. When we nurture our well-being, pursue our passions with unwavering determination, embark on exhilarating adventures and experiences, and chase living our best lives, we unlock the true potential within us, enabling us to flourish. It is my profound mission to foster the flourishing of marginalized individuals by spearheading transformative programs and initiatives through
A New Era America.”
-Samir Zakir
goal
Our goal is to unleash the power of humanitarianism to transform lives in the United States. We believe that promoting human welfare is not confined to emergencies or foreign lands and crises; it is an ongoing commitment that should resonate within our own communities, here and now. Through our dynamic programs and innovative initiatives, we strive to tackle pressing humanitarian challenges, champion social justice, and create sustainable solutions that uplift individuals and societies. Together, let us forge a new era of compassion, resilience, and lasting positive change.
TEAM & BOARD
SAMIR ZAKIR, FOUNDER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, & CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
RACHEL LAYNE, COO, BOARD MEMBER
MOE CHARIF, DIRECTOR OF THE FUND PROGRAM
JONATHAN DONABO PhD Cand, HEAD OF ON THE MARGINS PROJECT
SELMA PARVIN, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
DR. MERRY TAHERI, DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS, 4WARDSTEPS
EREZ ASCHER, SYSTEMIC WELLNESS ADVISOR & 4WARDSTEPS PROGRAM STRATEGIST
CASSIE BARRON, PROGRAM MANAGER, 4WARDSTEPS
AMITIS ARIANO, BOARD MEMBER
FLEURA ARIANO, BOARD MEMBER
STORAI JALAL, BOARD MEMBER
DUANE COOPER, ADVISORY BOARD
NADIYA SOFIA KHAN, ADVISORY BOARD (United Nations)
IVELISE MARKOVITS, ADVISORY BOARD (Founder, Penny Lane)
BOB BURKE, ADVISORY BOARD
MAKE A GENEROUS CONTRIBUTION
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals, fund our projects, and execute our mission.
A New Era America is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law.
EIN NUMBER: 92-0482237