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Governance, Leadership & Global Expertise

The institutional structure of HILC — from the Board of Trustees to the global network of independent legal experts profiled in our reference directory.

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I · Governance

Board of Trustees

The governing body responsible for institutional strategy, oversight, and long-term development.

Prof. Igor I. Kondrashin
Chairman, Board of Trustees
Prof. Igor I. Kondrashin
Chairman, Board of Trustees

Founder & President, World Philosophical Forum (WPF). Vice President, International Gusi Peace Prize Foundation. UNESCO Advisor and Gusi Peace Prize Laureate. Internationally recognised classical philosopher and former diplomat specialising in ethics, governance, and sustainable global consciousness.

Prof. Dr. Hunud Abia Kadouf
Prof. Dr. Hunud Abia Kadouf
Board of Trustees Member

Distinguished legal scholar with decades of experience in Africa and Southeast Asia. Former Vice Chancellor, International University of Africa. Former Dean, Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, IIUM. Specialises in Public International Law, Comparative Law, and Environmental Law.

Prof. Dr. Fidel Gutierrez Vivanco
Prof. Dr. Fidel Gutierrez Vivanco
Board of Trustees Member

Vice President, World Forum of Philosophy. PhD in Philosophy & Master's in Epistemology, National University of San Marcos. Author of the Princonser Method. Gusi Peace Prize Laureate (2012).

Prof. Dr. Valentin Yakushik
Prof. Dr. Valentin Yakushik
Board of Trustees Member

Internationally recognised scholar specialising in public international law, comparative political-legal systems, and transitional governance. Over four decades of senior academic and advisory experience across Europe and Asia.

Prof. Dr. Aini Suzana Ariffin
Prof. Dr. Aini Suzana Ariffin
Board Member & Senior Advisor

Distinguished tech policymaker with over 30 years in AI governance and STI policy. Principal architect of Malaysia's National AI Roadmap (2021–2025). UNESCO Chair, STEPAN Asia-Pacific. PhD, University of Manchester.

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II · Executive Leadership

Executive Director & Executive Office

Responsible for implementing the Board's strategy and overseeing all institutional operations.

Dr. Ali Saleh Ali Al-Fakir
Executive Management
Dr. Ali Saleh Ali Al-Fakir
Executive Director & CEO

International legal expert in arbitration and legal strategy. Member of the IBA, ILA, and International Court of Arbitration. Specialises in international arbitration, sovereignty disputes, humanitarian law, and diplomatic negotiations. PhD in International Law, IIUM Malaysia.

Ahmad Jelani Bin Yusoff
Ahmad Jelani Bin Yusoff
Head of Governmental Relations & Public Sector Services

Over 15 years in international administration, student affairs, and governmental liaison. Manages relations with governments, official bodies, and public sector entities. BA (Hons.) Human Sciences, IIUM.

Dr. Zyomara Briseida Delgado Reynoso
Dr. Zyomara Briseida Delgado Reynoso
Acting Director of Strategic Studies

Academic of the Turon Academy of Sciences, Uzbekistan. Gusi Peace Prize Laureate 2023, Manila. Leads HILC's strategic research, policy analysis, and international studies programme.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Norfadhilah Mohamad Ali
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Norfadhilah Mohamad Ali
Director of Legal Affairs

LLB & MCL from IIUM; PhD, University of Dundee (CEPMLP). Paris Arbitration Academy alumna. Leads legal advisory services, contract review, and institutional compliance.

III · Advisory Board

Senior International Advisors

Distinguished scholars and practitioners providing independent expert guidance across law, strategy, and governance.

Dr. Gamal Mousa Diab
Dr. Gamal Mousa Diab
Senior Advisor — Criminal Law, Middle East

Distinguished criminal law scholar and trial lawyer. Litigated major cases before Egypt's Court of Cassation and Supreme Constitutional Court. Doctorate in Criminal Law, Helwan University.

Dr. Abdul Hanan Mohammed Al Issa
Dr. Abdul Hanan Mohammed Al Issa
Senior Advisor — Arbitration & Islamic Banking

Over 30 years in commercial law, banking law, Islamic finance, and complex dispute resolution including FIDIC contracts. Dual PhDs in Law and Fiqh & Usul al-Fiqh (IIUM).

Prof. Ioannis Maronitis
Prof. Ioannis Maronitis
Advisor — Cultural & Educational Affairs

President, European & North American Federation of UNESCO Clubs & Associations. Leads INTERNATIONAL ACTION ART representing 82 countries. Over 30 years in cultural diplomacy.

Dr. Shadiya Mohamed Ba Qutayan
Dr. Shadiya Mohamed Ba Qutayan
Advisor — Mental Health & Professional Ethics

PhD in Psychology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Licensed counselor with over 20 years in mental health and clinical psychology. Author of 135+ indexed publications.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Louay Alyaqoubi
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Louay Alyaqoubi
International Legal Advisor

Scholar-practitioner in Public International Law, Diplomacy, and Global Economics. Former diplomat and Director of ASEAN Relations. PhD in Business Administration, Damascus University.

Dr. Akram Ali Saleh Naser
Dr. Akram Ali Saleh Naser
Senior Fellow — Islamic Finance & Personal Status Law

PhD in Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh (Personal Status Law), International Islamic University Malaysia. Executive Master's in Islamic Finance, General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions. Provides specialised advisory guidance on Islamic finance, personal status law, and Sharia-based jurisprudence.

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