Dr. Rafi Mustafa earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of British Columbia in 1969. In subsequent years, he was engaged in teaching and research at various universities in UK, Pakistan, Sudan and Canada. In 1991, he established a Private Career College in Toronto which taught IT-related courses. He has been associated with The International Development and Relief Foundation since 1985 in various capacities and currently sits on the Governors Council.