Ahmed Athif Appointed New Executive Director of Care Society

In the past 20 years, Ahmed Athif has dedicated his time to serving the disabled community and enhancing the educational aspects for the differently abled in various capacities. Yesterday, Care Society announced his appointment as the new Executive Director of the association. 

Care Society is the pioneer body in the Maldives in facilitating the disabled community with their rights as empowered and equal individuals. In his new position, Athif will be utilizing his expertise and experience into taking the services of Care Society to new heights in serving the disabled community.  

Athif has earned various recognition on a national level, including the National Award of Recognition in Development of the Education Sector in the Field of Special Education Needs in the Maldives. His key contributions are included in the ‘inclusive policy’ draft of the Ministry of Education during his tenure as Senior Curriculum Developer at the ministry. Prior to that, he held the title of head Master at various schools for more than 5 years.  

Athif has also worked in a number of managerial positions, namely as the Chairperson of Disability Council of the Maldives, and as the President’s Appointee to the Council of Director General of Department of Inclusive Education. Athis holds a Masters in Special Education and Intervention Education.