The role of the Election Committee is to support Moniheli’s democratic decision-making and prepare processes related to the association’s elections in accordance with Moniheli’s voting and election order. The committee assesses Moniheli's board member candidates’ eligibility and expertise, and helps ensure that election processes are carried out openly, fairly and in accordance with Moniheli’s rules.
Maryam Fathollahi has over 15 years of experience in the public sector and in associations. She has served, among other roles, in steering groups for different projects, as vice-chair of Neda Association and as chair of Kope ry. Maryam has strong expertise in the field of integration, particularly in supporting migrants’ education, employment, participation and community-building.
Ime Isua-Ikoh serves as chairperson of Akwa Cross Community in Finland ry, a member association of Moniheli. He also serves as deputy shop steward in the Finnish Food Workers’ Union. Ime has promoted diversity and inclusion both in association activities and in working life, including by supporting migrants’ access to opportunities that strengthen integration, working life skills and professional networks.
Emma Tamankag has served as Chair of the Board of Moniheli ry and has been involved in Moniheli’s Election Committee. She has extensive experience in Moniheli’s activities, the multicultural association field and association leadership. Emma has also served as chair of HEED Finland and has a strong understanding of both Moniheli’s network and the everyday realities and development needs of smaller member associations.
Moniheli congratulates the new Election Committee members and thanks them for their commitment to strengthening democratic and transparent decision-making at Moniheli.