Meet Syed: Combining a tech career and passion for philanthropy

Syed F., principal platform architect at ServiceNow in Australia, has always had a deep-seated desire to give back to the Pakistani community that shaped him. “Giving back to others is important to me,” he says.

In 2019, Syed had the opportunity to pursue his passion for philanthropy while working at ServiceNow by establishing an Australian chapter of the Shahid Afridi Foundation. The nonprofit organization provides essential resources, such as healthcare and education, to those in need in Pakistan.

With the help and support of his wife and daughters, Syed has spent the last five years complementing his prosperous career with volunteer efforts, including conducting virtual technology and robotics classes and aiding in food distribution during natural disasters.

He exemplifies our company commitment to fulfill our purpose together by making a positive impact on the world.

Inspiring joy

Thanks to generous donors and ServiceNow employees, the Australian chapter has helped improve the lives of more than 500 children from economically disadvantaged families.

One experience during a visit to Pakistan stood out to Syed. He came face-to-face with children who had been thrust into the workforce by their families due to financial hardship.

The foundation established four schools in Pakistan to provide an opportunity for these children to get an education without putting additional strain on their parents. The kids gained hope that they can fulfill their dreams.

“Witnessing their aspirations materialize brought me immense joy and serves as a gratifying and rewarding experience for me,” Syed says.

Fulfilling his purpose

Like those children, Syed and the Shahid Afridi Foundation have big ambitions. The foundation plans to equip every student with knowledge about emerging AI trends. “We aspire to support the education of over 1,000 students by the middle of 2024,” Syed says. To help achieve that, the foundation is creating a STEM lab in each of its four schools.

ServiceNow has been instrumental in empowering Syed to pursue his philanthropic endeavors while excelling in his professional journey. The company provides resources and opportunities for employees to engage in meaningful volunteer work, such as matching charity donations and volunteer hours.

“It takes a village to make an impact,” Syed says. “Together, we can all make a difference, one person at a time."

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