The Heart of MENA
We believe healthier communities begin with informed families, trusted education, cultural understanding, and strong community support systems. By fostering collaboration, learning, and access to meaningful and evidence-based resources, we aim to help communities thrive across generations.
Originating in the Greater Philadelphia Region, we strive to build connections, compile resources to increase accessibility to point-of-care services and health care professionals through our online presence, acting as a directory of information for MENA Families Nationwide.
About Us
MENA Health Foundation is a family-led nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering healthier families & stronger communities through health education, cultural understanding, and accessible resources. Rooted in cultural awareness and humility, we recognized that many families face challenges navigating health information & community services due to language barriers, cultural gaps, and limited access to trusted, culturally responsive support. The Foundation was created in 2025 to help bridge these gaps & empower families through education, research, & community engagement, so they can make informed decisions & support lifelong well-being.
Heart of MENA
The Heart of MENA lies in the families that we serve. We believe that Health is more than medical care and begins at home – shaped by daily changes, lifestyle, diet, and the traditions that anchor Well-Being. We aspire to center our foundation on the empowerment of families by connecting them with the tools, information, and education to thrive before medical care is even recommended. Our strength comes from honoring cultural identity, recognizing the importance of language-accessible care, and sharing evidence-based health education that empowers families to make informed decisions, embrace healthier lifestyles, and access supportive, culturally familiar care when needed.
Core Values
Our core values shape the foundation of our work and guide how we engage with the communities we serve. Through inclusivity, respect, health equity, and community empowerment, we are committed to creating supportive spaces where families of all languages & backgrounds feel welcomed, informed, and valued. These principles drive our efforts to improve access to trusted information, culturally responsive resources, and meaningful community support that help families build confidence, connection, and an amazing quality of life. Above all, we value empowering families through trusted information, educational resources, & tools that help families build knowledge, confidence, and healthier futures.
The People Powering MENA
Nasreen Al-Quaid, M.S QA/RA – Founder & President
Nasreen is the Founder & President of MENA Health Foundation and brings more than 16 years of experience in the areas of global regulatory affairs, international policy, and global harmonization within the healthcare and medical product sectors. Her work has focused on advancing patient access, supporting health equity, and promoting collaborative approaches to public health and regulatory innovation across diverse global communities.
Inspired by her culturally diverse background and a passion for family, education, self-awareness, and lifestyle-centered wellness. Nasreen helped establish the foundation to address gaps in culturally responsive and language-accessible health education and community resources for MENA and South Asian families. She is passionate about healthy aging, women’s health & empowering communities through trusted information, education, and meaningful support that help families make informed decisions and thrive together.
Hamzah Al-Quaid – Co-Founder & Executive Director
Hamzah is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of MENA Health Foundation and brings a strong passion for patient advocacy, culturally responsive care, and community-centered health education. As an aspiring physician with a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology and years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in the Greater Philadelphia area, he has worked closely with diverse patient populations and witnessed firsthand both the positive impact and growing need for language-accessible and culturally appropriate care for MENA and South Asian families navigating healthcare systems and medical information.
Driven by a deep commitment to family, education, and improving access to trusted health resources, he helped establish the foundation to support individuals and families through health awareness, language-accessible resources, and community-centered initiatives that encourage informed decision-making and healthier living.
Husayn Al-Quaid – Director of Strategic Initiatives
Husayn serves as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at MENA Health Foundation and is deeply committed to advancing compassionate, culturally responsive approaches to health education and patient care. As an aspiring physician and Certified EMT with a Bachelor of Science in Pre-Med, along with clinical experience as both a Medical Scribe and Medical Assistant, he has developed a strong appreciation for patient-centered care and meaningful communication in healthcare settings.
His interests in narrative medicine, cardiology, lifestyle-focused wellness, and whole-person approaches to health have shaped his belief that healthcare should address not only physical conditions, but the personal experiences, education, and everyday factors that influence long-term well-being. Known for his enthusiasm for speaking, connecting with people, and fostering meaningful dialogue, he is committed to helping strengthen health awareness, education, and culturally responsive community engagement through the mission of the foundation.