International Journal of Refugee, Minority and Gender Studies

Dr. Rahila Umer

Chief-Executive

(Director, ICRMS)

Dr. Rahila Umer Sumalani is a dedicated academic leader with extensive experience in the field of Computer Science. With a robust background as an Associate Professor and Director of the International Center for Refugee and Migration Studies (ICRMS), Dr. Sumalani’s career reflects a steadfast commitment to enhancing educational standards and promoting equitable opportunities for marginalized communities. Holding a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Massey University, New Zealand, and having earned a Fulbright Scholarship for her Master’s at the University of Georgia, USA, Dr. Sumalani possesses a solid foundation in both research and applied sciences. Her research spans predictive analytics, educational data mining, and gender-related issues in the digital economy. As the Director of ICRMS at BUITEMS, Dr. Sumalani leads impactful projects funded by UNHCR and the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. Notable initiatives include the Local Challenge Fund (LCF) project focused on groundwater management and the Crash Course program designed to prepare Afghan refugee students for university entry.

Key Achievements:

  1. Spearheaded educational and research initiatives at BUITEMS, including successful accreditation processes and strategic plan implementations.
  2. Managed an 80 million PKR project supported by UNHCR, addressing migration and refugee issues.
  3. Conducted pivotal research on predictive modeling in education and contributed to significant publications in the field.
  4. Advocated for gender equality and women’s empowerment through various professional and community-oriented efforts.

Career Highlights:

  1. Associate Professor at BUITEMS, leading academic advancements and research in Computer Science.
  2. Director at ICRMS, driving projects and collaborations to support refugees and marginalized communities.
  3. Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, enhancing educational quality and strategic planning.
  4. Research Fellow with Massey University, focusing on online education and digital gender divides.

Vision:

Dr. Sumalani is passionate about leveraging her expertise to drive positive change in the educational sector and beyond. Her goal is to bridge gaps in education, support community development, and create opportunities for those who are often overlooked. Through leadership, research, and advocacy, she is committed to building a more inclusive and equitable society. Feel free to connect with Dr. Sumalani to discuss educational initiatives, research collaborations, or community development projects.

Dr. Rahila Umer Sumalani is a dedicated academic leader with extensive experience in the field of Computer Science. With a robust background as an Associate Professor and Director of the International Center for Refugee and Migration Studies (ICRMS), Dr. Sumalani’s career reflects a steadfast commitment to enhancing educational standards and promoting equitable opportunities for marginalized communities. Holding a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Massey University, New Zealand, and having earned a Fulbright Scholarship for her Master’s at the University of Georgia, USA, Dr. Sumalani possesses a solid foundation in both research and applied sciences. Her research spans predictive analytics, educational data mining, and gender-related issues in the digital economy.

As the Director of ICRMS at BUITEMS, Dr. Sumalani leads impactful projects funded by UNHCR and the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. Notable initiatives include the Local Challenge Fund (LCF) project focused on groundwater management and the Crash Course program designed to prepare Afghan refugee students for university entry.

Key Achievements:

  1. Spearheaded educational and research initiatives at BUITEMS, including successful accreditation processes and strategic plan implementations.
  2. Managed an 80 million PKR project supported by UNHCR, addressing migration and refugee issues.
  3. Conducted pivotal research on predictive modeling in education and contributed to significant publications in the field.
  4. Advocated for gender equality and women’s empowerment through various professional and community-oriented efforts.

Career Highlights:

  1. Associate Professor at BUITEMS, leading academic advancements and research in Computer Science.
  2. Director at ICRMS, driving projects and collaborations to support refugees and marginalized communities.
  3. Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, enhancing educational quality and strategic planning.
  4. Research Fellow with Massey University, focusing on online education and digital gender divides.