WMF Leadership
WMF Global Team 2026 & 2027
DR. PRINCE PALLIKUNNEL
FOUNDER CHAIRMAN
AUSTRIA
Founder Chairman's Message
‘WMF’ – World Malayalee Federation, a non-commercial and non-profit organization, started on 21st Sept 2016, with its Headquarters and the first unit in Vienna, Austria, has already its presence in around 167 Countries.
A Malayalee Global networking organisation of the modern age, ‘WMF’ is gaining world-wide recognition and total acceptance for its clear objectives and committed global socio-cultural activities.
Dr. J. RETNAKUMAR
GLOBAL CHAIRMAN
OMAN
Global Chairman's Message
Dear Members and Friends,
As the Global Chairman of the World Malayalee Federation (WMF), it is both an honor and a privilege to connect with you through this platform. Our organization, guided by a comprehensive set of bylaws, serves as a beacon of hope and a powerful testament to the strength of collective action.
Throughout our journey, we have united in support and cooperation during times of crisis, such as natural disasters, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the ongoing crises in Ukraine and Sudan.
We are a registered organization under NORKA, the Government of Kerala, which underscores our commitment to effective and responsible service.
Through our twenty global forums, we engage in various sectors, including Pravasi Welfare, Women’s Forum, Arts & Culture, Sports, Agriculture, and Environment. Our mission extends beyond serving Malayalees & Indians ; we aim to contribute positively to the communities and countries where our members reside also .
In these challenging times, the spirit of volunteerism is more important than ever.
Each of you play a vital role in advancing our mission.
Your dedication and passion inspire us all to push boundaries and achieve new heights.
Whether you are a long-standing member or just joining our ranks, your contributions are invaluable.
I invite you to explore our website, engage with our initiatives, and discover how you can get involved. Together, let us work hand in hand, united by our shared vision of a better world for all.
Thank you for your unwavering support and commitment. Together, we can create a better World for All.
Global Cabinet
DR. ANNIE LIBU
GLOBAL PRESIDENT
USA
MR. SUNIL SS
COORDINATOR
KUWAIT
MR. ANAND HARI
SECRETARY
IVORY COAST
MR.VM SIDDIQUE
TREASURER
INDIA
MS. MARY ROSELET PHILIP
VICE PRESIDENT
IRELAND
MR. RIJAS IBRAHIM
VICE PRESIDENT
QATAR
MR. LIJO JOSEPH
VICE PRESIDENT
ITALY
MR. ULLASAN CHERIYAN
VICE PRESIDENT
OMAN
MR. ALIYAS ISSAHAK
VICE PRESIDENT
UAE
MR. JAISON KALIYANIL
VICE PRESIDENT
KUWAIT
MS.SINDHU SAJEEV
JOINT SECRETARY
INDIA
MR. SHIJO THAYYIL
JOINT SECRETARY
INDIA
MR.BABIN BABU
JOINT TREASURER
MALAYSIA
Board of Directors
MR. POULOSE THEPPALA
QATAR
MR. HARISH J NAIR
BENIN REPUBLIC
MR. NISAR EDATHUM MEETHAL
HAITI
MR. SHIHAB KOTTUKAD
KSA
MR. TOM JACOB
BOD MEMBER
KUWAIT
Board of Advisors
MR. JOHNSON THOMMANA
EGYPT
MR. SIROSH GEORGE
AUSTRIA
MR. KOSHY SAMUEL
GLOBAL VICE PRESIDENT
BAHRAIN
MS. AMMUJAM RAVEENDRAN
OMAN
MR. MURALEEDHARAN PALIATH
SENEGAL
MR. OBAID MARAKKAR
UAE
DR. JOSEPH THOMAS
JAMAICA
MR. CHANDRAMOHAN NALLUR
HELP DESK FORUM
POLAND
MR. DINTO JACOB
ASIA REGION
INDIA
Regional Coordinators
MR. GIREESH R UNNITHAN
AFRICA REGION PRESIDENT
TOGO
MS. JYOTI S KUMAR
AFRICA REGION COORDINATOR
BURUNDI
MR. RATHISH MENCHERY MONY
AMERICAN REGION
CANADA
MR. ANEESH THOMAS
ASTRALIA
AUSTRALIA & OCEANIA REGION
MR. DEEPAK GEORGE
EUROPE REGION
SWEDEN
MR. RAKESH NAIR
ASIA COORDINATOR
INDIA
Regional Presidents
MR. JOBOY JACOB
AMERICAN REGION
USA
DR. RAJENDRAPRASAD
ASIA REGION
INDIA
MR. FREDY JOHNSON
AUSTRALIA & OCEANIA REGION
AUSTRALIA
MR. TERRY THOMAS
EUROPE REGION
FINLAND
MR. VARGEES PERUMBAVOOR
MIDDLE EAST REGION
KSA
Global Forum Coordinators
MR.RAFEEQ MARAKKAR
CHARITY FORUM
INDIA
MR. NOVIN VASUDEV
PR & MEDIA FORUM
INDIA
MR.NAZIR KHAN
HELP DESK FORUM
GHANA
MR.NAZIR VAVAKUNJU
PRAVASI WELFARE FORUM
SAUDI ARABIA
MS.VALLY JOSE
WOMEN'S FORUM
SAUDI ARABIA
MR.ANTO KANNAMPALLY
MALAYALAM FORUM
ITALY
MR.JOEMON PAUL
BUSINESS FORUM
JAPAN
MR. SAJESH SASIDHAR
MEMBERSHIP FORUM
THAILAND
DR.LAL KRISHNA
HEALTH FORUM
MALAYSIA
MR. JUBIN RAJ
PROJECTS & SPECIAL INITIATIVES FORUM
EGYPT
MR.LINSON JOSEPH
EDUCATION & CAREER FORUM
INDIA
MR. FIROSE HAMMED
ART & CULTURE FORUM
UAE
MR. DEACON JOICE
YOUTH FORUM
UK
MR. DOMINIC SAVIO
SPORTS FORUM
SAUDI ARABIA
MR. THOMAS PARUKANNIL
AGRICULTURE & ENVIRONMENT FORUM
AUSTRIA
MS. JESSY THOMAS
EVENT FORUM
SAUDI ARABIA
MR. MANOJ PT
TOURISM FORUM
QATAR
MR. THOMAS VAIDYAN
ELECTION & PROTOCOL FORUM
CANADA
MR. CHRISTY JACOB
IT& HR COORDINATOR
MALAYSIA
ADV. SREEJITH PREMACHANDRAN
LEGAL AFFAIRES FORUM
INDIA
Global Executive Council Members
MR. JACOB KEEKATTIL
AUSTRIA
MR. SUNIL MADHAVAN
QATAR
MR. SHAJI PHILIP
KENYA
MR. SUDHEER CHANDROTH
OMAN
MR. FRANCIS DANIEL
INDIA
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Our Global Patrons
DR. SHASHI THAROOR - CHIEF PATRON
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
INDIA
MR. N. K. PREMACHANDRAN
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
INDIA
JUSTICE KURIAN JOSEPH
FORMER JUDGE OF THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
INDIA
JB. SAYYID MUNAVVAR ALI THANGAL
CHAIRMAN FOR COMMUNAL HARMONY
INDIA
DR. SIDDEEK AHMED
CHAIRMAN &MANAGING DIRECTOR - ERAM GROUP
INDIA
Our Global Mentors
DR. MURALEE THUMMARUKUDY
DIRECTOR OF LAND RESTORATION (G-20 GLOBAL INITIATIVE) - UNITED NATIONS.
INDIA
MR. SANTHOSH GEORGE KULANGARA
TELEVISION PRODUCER, DIRECTOR, BROADCASTER, PUBLISHER, AND TRAVELER
INDIA