Atia Lokhat

Atia Lokhat

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    CEO, Founder of Zubeda Welcome Founder of Quran Awareness Day Founder of Tahajjud Conversations

  • Education

    • CPPD

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    • York University

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      Bachelor of Education - BEd Elementary Education and Teaching
    • York University

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      Bachelor’s Arts Hons in Psychology Eduction, Psychology
  • Experience

    • Writer

      Oct 1994 - now
      Writer

      Author and illustrator of children’s books. Currently writing 3rd book (adult novel)

    • Ontario College of Teachers

      Sept 1996 - Aug 2021
      Teacher
    • DFES Education and Heritage Centre

      Sept 1999 - now
      Teacher
    • Foster Care Link

      Sept 2005 - now
      Consultant
    • Zubeda Welcome

      Mar 2015 - now
      Chief Executive Officer, Founder
    • Mytalkbubble.com

      Nov 2015 - now
      Talk Practitioner/ Counsellor

      As a talk practitioner I offer online talk sessions to clients world-wide, to talk about their problems and work with them to help manage symptoms of depression, stress, anxiety, sadness, self-confidence, self-esteem, relationships, couples, marriage, separation, divorce, parenting, panic, bereavement, anger, work, issues related to COVID-19 pandemic, or any other issues holding them back.

    • Mindworksuk

      Nov 2021 - now
      Counsellor

      Provider of counselling services

    • Tahajjud Conversations

      Aug 2023 - now
      Founder
    • Quran Awareness Day

      May 2024 - now
      Founder
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Community Champion

      SHEawards
      Mar 2024
    • BPS

      The British Psychological Society
    • MHFA

      Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England
      Nov 2016
    • OCT

      Ontario College of Teachers
      Jun 1997
    • Real Estate License

      Orea
      Sept 2017
    • QTS

      DFES Education and Heritage Centre
      Jul 2000
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Best Community Project Finalist Local Hero Awards Oct 2025 As well as being of 3 projects in this category to be chosen finalist, our beneficiary, refugee child Celine, was voted one of 3 finalist in the category “Child of Courage”, which is a testament to our team and their hard work.
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Speaker House of Commons, Westminster Oct 2025 Restoring Hope: British Muslims Serving the Nation and Transforming Lives, theseventh edition of The Forum, our annual journal showcasing the work of the Muslim-led voluntaryand community sector, which included an article by myself, Founder of Zubeda Welcome
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Winner London Dangoor Awards 2024 The Faith and Belief Forum Nov 2024
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Rising Leader of the Year 2024 Finalist Charity Times Award 2024 Oct 2024
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Camden Faith and Belief Award The Faith and Belief Forum Sep 2024
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Charity Of The Year Finalist Charity Times 2024 Sep 2024
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Community Champion Highly Commended SHE Awards Mar 2024 We were awarded this title for the amazing service we provide to the most vulnerable members of the community in U.K.
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Finalist Charity of the Year British Muslim Awards British Muslim Awards Mar 2024 Shortlisted amongst a list of change makers: Zubeda Welcome (London)The Islamophobia Awareness Month - Mend (London)Muslim Hands (Nottingham)National Zakat Foundation (London)Muslim Global Relief (Manchester)Muslim Aid (London)UK Islamic Mission (Manchester)PennyAppeal (London)Islamic Relief UK (London)SKT Welfare (Dewsbury)
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Inspirational Role Model Finalist SHE awards Mar 2024 I was one of the 10 female finalists in U.K. shortlisted for inspirational being an inspirational role model. However, must say, the really inspirational role model that deserves credit is my mother Zubeda Lokhat. The charity was named after her to honour her and the excellent upbringing and lessons she taught me about kindness through her character. She passed away Friday Dec 29, 2023 peacefully in her sleep. May she reap the reap one ongoing charity aa a result of our services and be… Show more I was one of the 10 female finalists in U.K. shortlisted for inspirational being an inspirational role model. However, must say, the really inspirational role model that deserves credit is my mother Zubeda Lokhat. The charity was named after her to honour her and the excellent upbringing and lessons she taught me about kindness through her character. She passed away Friday Dec 29, 2023 peacefully in her sleep. May she reap the reap one ongoing charity aa a result of our services and be granted the highest of heaves. Aameen Show less
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Best Outreach Service Winner Beacon Mosque Awards 2023 Nov 2023 This awards was received for the excellent collaboration with Muslim Welcare House Mosque over the Past 5 years, providing access to Islamic Education for over 50 needy refugees in U.K.
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Rising Leader of the Year 2023 Charity Times Sep 2023 One of 3 finalist in U.K., recognised for their contribution as a charity leader. As a full time, Volunteer CEO, a Muslim Woman, it’s been an honour to be recognized by a mainstream Organisation.
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Attendee King Charles, Buckingham Palace The King invited our Trustee and CEO to his Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in recognition of community services to displaced children in U.K.
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Finalist Spark Continuum Award Continuum Spark A globally recognized award, 1 of 50 shortlisted.
    • Awarded to Atia Lokhat
      Top 50 Influential Muslims in Europe Winner 2025 EqualityX
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Founder

      Issued by Zubeda Welcome on Jun 2015
      Zubeda WelcomeAssociated with Atia Lokhat
    • Founder and CEO

      Issued by Zubeda Welcome on May 2015
      Zubeda WelcomeAssociated with Atia Lokhat
    • Fundraiser

      Issued by READ Foundation UK on Oct 2021
      READ Foundation UKAssociated with Atia Lokhat