Ali Raza Bhutta has extensive experience in public sector policy reform and governance, with particular expertise in poverty alleviation, education, and energy sectors. As a member of  Pakistan Administrative Service he has worked extensively on policy formulation and implementation at both federal and provincial levels with focus on evidence-based policy making, institutional strengthening, and systematic reforms.

During his tenure as Secretary Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Division and Secretary Benazir Income Support Programme (2019-2020), he led Pakistan's social protection response to COVID-19. His work included revamping delivery systems for social safety nets, improving national survey methodology, and implementing data integration techniques for more effective targeting of social protection programs. Earlier (2005-10) he had led Punjab’s land records digitization project.

As Secretary Finance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (2015-2017), he implemented social sector reforms, including health insurance for underprivileged families and allocation of resources for girls' education infrastructure. As Secretary Elementary and Secondary Education, he managed 29,000 schools and implemented reforms to enhance educational governance through decentralization.

His earlier work included coordinating the Social Action Programme (1997-2000), focusing on improving governance in education, health, water supply, and population control. As Project Director of the Land Records Management Systems Project (2005-2011), he led reforms in land administration to improve service delivery for vulnerable groups.

Currently serving as a Senior Strategic Advisor to UNDP's National Governance Programme, he continues to work on policy reform and governance improvements, emphasizing evidence-based policy making and systematic reforms aimed at improving service delivery to marginalized communities.

Bilal Hasan Minto is a Pakistani lawyer who has been practicing before the Supreme Court of Pakistan since 2004 and the High Courts since 1991. He is partner at Minto, Saram & Usman Advocates & Legal Consultants.

His work includes pro bono litigation before the Supreme Court addressing electoral practices, housing rights, while also engaging in legislative drafting and policy development. He has served as amicus curiae in multiple cases before the Supreme Court and Lahore High Court.

He was adjunct faculty at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (2003-2015) and is currently a board member of the Institute of Development & Economic Alternatives (IDEAS).

Alongside his legal career, Bilal has explored social and political narratives through various creative works, including his book of stories titled "Model Town" (2015), three Urdu feature films, a silent short film, and a commissioned play for a UK theatre company.

Fahad Malik is a lawyer and consultant with extensive experience in public interest litigation in environmental law, gender rights, and constitutional law. He also teaches Climate Change and Environmental Policy, Civil Procedure, and Family Laws at LUMS, and has taught topics related to Gender Based Violence, including Gender Sensitization and victim & witness protection at the Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Judicial Academy.

Fahad's professional work includes pro bono litigation on cases involving environmental protection, sustainable urban development, accessibility for differently-abled individuals, and labor rights. He has led public interest cases, such as challenging the Ravi Riverfront Development Project on constitutional and environmental grounds, as well as calling into question a project intending to subsidise ‘Corporate Agricultural Farming’ on constitutional grounds and grounds of food security. . He was also appointed amicus curiae by the Lahore High Court to assist the EPA in formulating the ‘Smog Health Emergency Action Plan’ in 2017, the first policy to deal with the smog issue plaguing Lahore . He has also developed and implemented gender sensitization training programs, particularly for judicial officers and law enforcement personnel, in collaboration with organizations like the AGHS Legal Aid Cell and Legal Aid Society.

In addition to his legal practice, Fahad has contributed to policy reforms and legal education, drafting manuals and conducting training on the Anti-Rape (Trial and Investigation) Act, 2021 and environmental laws. His expertise makes him well-suited to provide consultancy on pro bono litigation, gender rights, environmental and climate policy, and criminal justice reform.

Muhammad Saram Israr is a Barrister and partner at Minto, Saram & Usman, a law firm based in Lahore, Pakistan. His practice areas include labor and service matters, family law, tax and constitutional law.

Saram has appeared before the Lahore High Court in litigation under the Protection against Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2010, advocating for the adoption of a 'reasonable woman standard' in determining what constitutes sexual harassment. He has assisted his law firm partner in preparing amicus briefs for the Supreme Court of Pakistan regarding minimum women voter turnout requirements and the disqualification of parliamentarians holding dual citizenship.

Saram has also handled significant litigation concerning public sector universities, including cases of employee termination and challenges to administrative authority. He has contributed to institutional frameworks by reviewing and drafting service statutes for public sector universities.

His expertise has been recognized through his appointment as Amicus Curiae by the Lahore High Court in matters relating to food laws. He has also worked with the Advocate General Punjab office.

As a law college instructor, Saram teaches Labor Laws, covering workers' rights, trade unions, collective bargaining, and industrial dispute resolution. His academic work includes research on the relationship between defamation law and freedom of expression and he is also counsel in litigation involving the same question before the Lahore High Court.

Usman is an advocate of the High Courts and a partner at Minto, Saram & Usman, a law firm based in Lahore, Pakistan. He has worked on matters concerning the right to a fair trial, housing, clean and sustainable environment and gender equality. Alongside his legal practice, Usman has been involved in various development sector projects and has extensively worked on the enforcement of marriage rights for underprivileged women providing them pro bono legal representation. He has collaborated with a human rights organization to produce a report on Muslim women’s marriage rights in Pakistan and also compiled a report on a corporate entity’s compliance with labour laws in Punjab. He reviews legislative proposals, handles constitutional litigation, and continues his pro bono work for underprivileged communities, bridging legal advocacy with policy reform initiatives. In the past, he worked in the National Assembly on a European Union-funded project to improve parliamentary performance in Pakistan. Usman has also assisted in reviewing proposals for amendments to existing federal legislation as well as drafting new proposed legislation.

Ramis Sohail is renowned for his success in handling complex and controversial cases. He specializes in defending clients facing human rights violations, advocating for survivors of violence against women, and representing those falsely accused of blasphemy. He also routinely leads cases involving the death penalty, freedom of expression, and workers’ rights in the face of unfair labor practices.

Ramis’ commitment to social justice began at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), where he served as Vice President of the Feminist Society and co-founded the Democratic Students' Alliance. Since becoming a lawyer in 2017, he has championed the rights of marginalized communities, including religious minorities, and tackled critical public interest issues such as gender-based violence, minority rights, and environmental justice. His volunteer work with the Alliance for Climate Justice and Clean Energy underscores his commitment to multidisciplinary advocacy.

As a member of the International Lawyers Assisting Workers and co-founder of the Centre for Labour Defence, Ramis combines litigation with research to push for evidence-based policy reform. He frequently collaborates with government officials, NGOs, and community leaders, effectively managing teams to achieve broad social impact. His current role as a Litigation Consultant with Justice Project Pakistan (JPP) shows his commitment to defend death row prisoners through strategic litigation and advocacy.

Ramis has earned a reputation in local and international social justice circles for his extensive pro bono work and advocacy for human rights. Ramis brings invaluable insight and dedication to Nine, helping advance its work of promiting human rights and social justice. 

Saima Khawaja has been practicing as a High Court advocate since 1998, holding an LLM from King's College London. Her practice has focused on development consultancies, with emphasis on environmental law, gender justice, education and urban development sectors.

Saima has executed key consultancies for organizations including the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, IUCN, and UNEP, encompassing Legal Literacy for Women, Contract Enforcement, and Environmental Compliance and Enforcement in Pakistan. She has led teams reviewing land acquisition laws and developing anti-corruption strategies for the water and sanitation sector.

Saima has been visiting faculty at the Punjab Judicial Academy, the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) and the Civil Services Academy. Her capacity-building initiatives include training over 150 judges in mediation and 500 judges in gender sensitization.

Her published works include co-authoring "Development of Environmental Laws and Jurisprudence in Pakistan" (ADB) and contributing to "Legal Frameworks for Mangroves Governance" (IUCN). She serves on the board of trustees of LUMS, the board of directors of the Citizen’s Foundation, an organization committed to change through education, and Bali Memorial Trust, an organization committed to providing education and ending poverty.

Saima maintains active involvement in public interest litigation, particularly in environmental and gender rights cases. She has been Amicus Curiae in several cases and also member of several commissions for the High Courts.

Saira Minto is a PYP Curriculum Consultant with over 20 years of experience in inquiry-based education. Her work encompasses fostering creativity, critical thinking, and holistic learning approaches, empowering educators through innovative training. She founded Ilmesters Academy, Pakistan's first International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP World School, promoting girls' education in conservative communities.

Her professional experience includes consulting for Trinity School Lahore, supporting the development of inquiry-based pedagogy. She has served as Head of Curriculum & Professional Development at Lahore Grammar School International, where she led the school's first IB program evaluation. Additionally, Saira worked as an IB PYP Specialist at Beaconhouse School System and volunteered with Sanjan Nagar Public Education Trust to prepare staff for IB evaluation, enhancing their professional development in assessment and inquiry.

Saira holds a Master's in Public Administration from the University of the Punjab and a Master's in Educational Leadership from Australian Catholic University. She is a trained tutor for dyslexic students, advocating for inclusive educational environments. Since 1982, she has been involved in movements for women's rights and social justice in Pakistan, engaging with organizations like the Women's Action Forum and the Women's Democratic Front.

Her training includes international IB conferences and specialized workshops on inclusive education, reinforcing her commitment to educational excellence and social transformation.

Sheriar Hassan currently leads sustainable, new energy transport initiatives at the largest transport and logistics company in Pakistan Daewoo Pakistan Express, focusing on environmental solutions in public transportation. His work involves developing electric vehicle infrastructure and implementing green urban mobility systems across Pakistan. He is currently managing a comprehensive urban transport project that aims to reduce carbon emissions by integrating electric buses, taxis, and micro-mobility solutions.

Sheriar works closely with government institutions and regulatory bodies on transport infrastructure development and modernization, with particular attention to accessibility and environmental impact.

From 2012 to 2021, Hassan managed public service delivery systems, focusing on improving access to inter-city and intra-city transportation. He developed frameworks for service quality monitoring and implemented systems to enhance public access to transport services across Pakistan.

His earlier work included developing public service infrastructure projects across various regions of Pakistan, including underserved areas. He has experience in project implementation in diverse geographical and socio-economic contexts, from major urban centers to remote areas.