BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHAIRMAN
Puan Ellina binti Abdul Majid
Puan Ellina binti Abdul Majid was appointed as Chairman of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on 29 August 2022. Prior to that, she was a Director of the Yayasan since 26 March 2010.
Ellina was educated in Malaysia & the UK, and holds an honours degree in Law & Anthropology from the University of London, UK. She also has a Diploma in Speech & Drama from the
London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA), U.K.
Ellina is especially interested in advocating and encouraging the dynamic perspective of the youth, “In this day and age, they are the fresh, new energy required to make our world a better place.”
With that in mind, she has endeavoured to compose a Board of Directors of young, qualified, experienced individuals with a common desire to do charity.
DIRECTORS
Dr. Rethish Raghu
Dr Rethish Raghu Nadhanan was appointed as a Director of the Yayasan in September 2019.
Rethish has over ten years of professional experience with a proven knowledge of both scientific research and Public Health, and an in-depth knowledge and experience of the workings of various non-profits and academic research settings.
With a PhD from The University of Adelaide, Australia, his areas of expertise and experience include Public Health, corporate social responsibility (CSR), Government and corporate relations, national healthcare policies, grants & funds administration and advocacy.
Puan Aza Izati binti Abdul Aziz
Puan Aza Izati binti Abd Aziz has been a member of the Yayasan since 2012 and was appointed as a Director of the Yayasan in January 2023.
With more than 15 years work experience, she currently serves as an Analyst at one of Malaysia’s pension fund institutions, where her primary responsibilities include managing investment policies and guidelines and ensuring they remain robust and resilient amidst changing market conditions and in line with relevant laws & regulations. Prior to this, she served as a capital market regulator at Securities Commission Malaysia.
Aza obtained an LLB (Hons) from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth and holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Nottingham. Outside of work, Aza enjoys reading, live concerts and spending time with family and friends.
Encik Khairil Ahmad bin Kamil Ahmad
Encik Khairil Ahmad bin Kamil Ahmad was appointed as a Director of the Yayasan in January 2023.
Khairil is legally trained with a wealth of experience in the corporate sector. He began his career with the Securities Commission, and from then on, he has continued to develop a variety of skill sets in the advancement of his career with various corporate entities including a government-linked development authority, an online delivery platform and currently, a multinational technology company.
Khairil holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Bond University in Australia, a Master of Law from the University of New South Wales, and an Executive Master’s in Business Administration from Henley Business School. He holds certifications as a Certified Fraud Examiner, as well as a Certificate of Legal Practice from the Legal Qualifying Board Malaysia.
Puan Nor Jasmin binti Tan Sri Mohd Azmi
Puan Nor Jasmin binti Tan Sri Mohd Azmi was appointed as a Director of the Yayasan in December 2024.
Puan Nor Jasmin received her education in Malaysia & the UK and holds qualifications in the Montessori method of education.
She is active in a couple of non-profit organisations and derives a quiet satisfaction from performing spontaneous acts of charity to alleviate the burden of the less fortunate.
MEMBERS
Puan Serena Isabelle binti Azizuddin
Puan Serena Isabelle binti Azizuddin has been an active volunteer and friend of the Yayasan since 2009.
Puan Serena Isabelle binti Azizuddin was elected as a voting Member of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on 15 December 2014.
Puan Serena is an Honours graduate in Law from the University of Kent, UK and a Master’s graduate in Law, specialising in Civil Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution, from City University, London, UK. She is also a Barrister-At-Law of The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn, London, UK and an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya.
Puan Serena is currently a Partner at one of the leading law firms in the Asia Pacific region.
Encik Feisal bin Azizuddin
Encik Feisal bin Azizuddin is a filmmaker based in Malaysia. He has produced feature films available on Netflix, Tubi, Amazon Prime Video, Viu and Astro.
His short films mostly explore social issues in Malaysia, such as baby-selling, custodial deaths and conversion therapy. Hist short film ‘Can You Love Me Most?’ was awarded Best Short Film at the 32nd Festival Filem Malaysia.
Cik Leia Inanna binti Azizuddin
Leia read Law at the University of Exeter, and holds a Master of Laws from City, University of London. She spends her free time volunteering at refugee schools and cafe hopping.
ADVISOR
Encik Iskander bin Azizuddin
Encik Iskander bin Azizuddin has over 15 years of experience in project management, business administration, talent acquisition, and stakeholder engagement.
Iskander serves as an Advisor at Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid. Iskander has also held roles in investment services and technology infrastructure in an investment bank.
CHRONOLOGY
CHAIRMAN (RETIRED)
Encik Azizuddin bin Tun Abdul Hamid
Encik Azizuddin bin Tun Abdul Hamid was appointed a Director of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on 18 November 2006. He was elected Vice-Chairman in 2008, following the illness of the then Chairman, Tun Dato’ Seri Hj. Abdul Hamid bin Hj. Omar.
Encik Azizuddin was elected Chairman of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid after the demise of Tun Dato’ Seri Hj. Abdul Hamid in 2009. Encik Azizuddin was educated at St. John’s Institution, Kuala Lumpur, the Royal Military College, Sungei Besi and Cambridgeshire College of Arts & Technology (now Anglia Ruskin University), Cambridge, England. He obtained his B.A. (Honours) Economics & Accounting from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England and Postgraduate Diploma-in-Law from the City University, London.
Encik Azizuddin is a Barrister-at-Law of The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn, London, UK. He is also a member of the Malaysian Bar. Encik Azizuddin retired as the Chairman of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on 29 August 2022.
Of historical interest are extracts of a letter composed & signed by Arwah Tun Dato’ Seri Hj. Abdul Hamid in 2006 stating his intention that his eldest son, Azizuddin, like himself a Barrister-at-Law, be appointed to the Board of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid to ensure continuity of the running and the objects of the Yayasan.
DIRECTOR (RETIRED)
Mr. Kwang Jia Shing
Mr. Kwang Jia Shing was appointed a Director of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on 5 August 2009. He obtained his LL.B. (Hons) from the University of Wales Institute of Science & Technology, U.K. and is also a Barrister-at-Law of The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn, London, U.K. He is also a member of the
Malaysian Bar.
Mr. Kwang retired as a Director of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on 29 August 2022.
FOUNDER AND FIRST CHAIRMAN
Tun Dato’ Seri Hj. Abdul Hamid bin Hj. Omar (1929-2009)
Allahyarham Tun Dato’ Seri Hj. Abdul Hamid bin Hj. Omar was educated at the Sultan Abdul Hamid College in Kedah before furthering his studies in England. He was a Barrister-at-Law of The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn, London, having been called to the English Bar in 1955. Tun was appointed a judge of the High Court of Malaya in 1968 and retired as Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Malaysia in 1994.
Tun was also actively involved in the Malaysian Red Crescent Society and served as their President for several years. Tun was the Chairman of the Yayasan for 13 years since its inception in 1996 until his demise on 1st September 2009
(11 Ramadan 1430).
PAST DIRECTORS
Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Hj. Lamin bin Hj. Mohd Yunus (1935 – 2015)
Allahyarham Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Hj. Lamin bin Hj. Mohd. Yunus was appointed a Director of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on 16 December 2006. Tan Sri received his education from High School Bukit Mertajam & Anglo-Chinese Boys’ School, Penang. He then went on to obtain an LLB (Hons) from the University of Singapore, followed by a post graduate Diploma in Socio-Legal Studies from the University College of Wales, U.K. Tan Sri retired as the first President of the Court of Appeal in 2001.
Tan Sri also had the rare honour of being elected by the 59th session of the United Nations General Assembly as an ad litem Judge of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Republic of Yugoslavia, based in The Hague between
2005-2009.
Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Hj. Abdul Majid bin Ismail (1921 – 2013)
Allahyarham Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Hj. Abdul Majid bin Ismail was appointed a Director of Yayasan Tun Abdul Hamid on
14 November 2008. Tan Sri was educated at Maxwell Boys’ School and Victoria Institution, Kuala Lumpur. An orthopaedic surgeon by profession, Tan Sri obtained his Fellowship in Surgery from The Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, Scotland in and his Master’s in Orthopaedics from The University of Liverpool, England.
Tan Sri was the first Malayan Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Kuala Lumpur General Hospital (a position previously held exclusively by Colonials) and eventually retired as the Director-General of Health for Malaysia in 1976.
Tan Sri was also the Chairman of Yayasan Jantung Malaysia (Malaysian Heart Foundation) for several years and a Board member of Yayasan Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS
The Board of Directors holds its board meetings four times a year in compliance with its Memorandum & Articles
of Association.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS 2025
08 February 2025
17 May 2025
23 August 2025
30 March 2024
Jasmine Meeting Room, DoubleTree by Hilton, 348 Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur
virtually via Zoom
Jasmine Meeting Room, DoubleTree by Hilton, 348 Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur
Main Lounge, The Royal Selangor Golf Club, Kuala Lumpur
Main Lounge, The Royal Selangor Golf Club, Kuala Lumpur
The Board of Directors’ Meetings continued to be held virtually via Zoom in 2022 as follows:
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS 2022
28 March 2022
20 June 2022
29 August 2022
The Meeting for December was postponed to 28 January 2023
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS 2021
The first Board of Directors’ Meeting was held on 20th March 2021 at 10.30am at The Royal Selangor Golf Club.
The second Board of Directors’ meeting & AGM scheduled for June 2021 was cancelled due to the controlled movement order & travel restrictions in place.
The third Board of Directors’ meeting & AGM was held virtually on 25 September 2021.
The fourth Board of Directors’ meeting was held virtually on 18 December 2021
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