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Women Empowerment Yoga Federation (WEYF)

Director’s Message

Dr. Md. Khairul Islam (Founder Director)

In today’s society, faith and trust are the foundation of true progress. When we nurture faith, we build unity, remove barriers, and create a healthier and more harmonious community.

Women Empowerment Yoga Federation (WEYF) has taken its first step with a clear vision—to empower individuals, especially women, through yoga, knowledge, health, and self-reliance. Our mission is to promote a balanced and progressive society inspired by simplicity, discipline, and collective growth.

We believe small efforts lead to meaningful change, and this is just the beginning of a greater journey.

“We have promises to keep and miles to go before we sleep.”


About Founder Director

Dr. Md. Khairul Islam, also known as Tribal Yogi, is globally recognized as the World’s First Muslim Yoga Scholar. Based in West Bengal, India, he has been dedicated to the fields of yoga, naturopathy, spiritual wellness, yogasana sports, and holistic education for more than 20 years.

Dr Md. Khairul Islam is an Indian yoga professional, registered naturopathy practitioner, and a certified examiner associated with the Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. His life’s mission is to promote yoga as a universal science beyond religion, culture, and nationality, integrating health, spirituality, education, and social empowerment.
He currently serves as the President of the Yogasana Sports Association of West Bengal (YSAWB) and is the founder of multiple national and international yoga, healthcare, and social development initiatives.

Early Life and Education

Dr Md. Khairul Islam pursued higher education in yoga and spiritual studies from reputed Indian institutions. He holds an M.Phil. in Yoga from the Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute, Belur Math, Howrah. He also earned a Master’s degree in Science of Living, Preksha Meditation and Yoga from the Jain Vishva Bharati Institute, Ladnun, Rajasthan.

Yoga and Naturopathy Credentials

Before receiving his formal registration as a yoga and naturopathy practitioner, Islam had already completed several national-level certifications:

  • Registered Therapeutic Yoga Consultant , from Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
  • Registered Yoga Therapist, from Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
  • Yoga Master, from Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
  • Yoga Teacher and Evaluator, from Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
  • Yoga Instructor, registered under the Quality Council of India (QCI)
  • Registered Yoga Trainer, West Bengal Council of Yoga & Naturopathy (WBCYN).
Career

Dr Md. Khairul Islam serves as a Yoga Instructor of AYUSH WELLNESS CENTER at JB Roy State Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal.

He has been associated with the Yoga Certification Board (YCB) as a Lead Examiner / Examiner and has evaluated candidates through online examinations conducted by organizations such as:

  • Gramin Skill Development Mission (Prcb)
  • Mudra Yog Certification (Prcb)
  • Gujrat State Yoga Board (Prcb)

Khairul Islam is also a Guest Faculty at the Jain Vishva Bharati Institute’s Kolkata Centre, where he has been teaching for over 10 years.

Books Authored

Dr. Md. Khairul Islam is the author of numerous academic and professional books, having written both individual works and collaborative publications, including :

  • 1. Lifestyle Modification through Ayurveda and Yoga.
  • 2. Principle Upnishads and Yoga Upnishads.
  • 3. Maharshi Patanjali's Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
  • 4. Mother Book of Yoga Therapy.
  • 5. Tribal Yoga- Naturopathy and Meditation (TYNM)
  • 6. Prayer for Peace Meditation (PPM)
  • 7. Swami Swatmarama's Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
  • 8. Sage Gheranda's Gheranda Samhita
  • 9. Chest Medicine and Yoga for Therapy Practitioners.
  • 10. Essential Pathology and Radiology for Therapy Practitioners.
  • 11. Essential Anatomy and Physiology for Therapy Practitioners.
  • 12. Essential Guide to Food and Nutrition for Yogasana Sports.
  • 13. Essential Book for Physiotherapy Practitioners.
  • 14. Technical Guide of Yogasana Sports.
  • 15. History and Possibilities of World Yogasana Sports.
  • 16. History of Yogasana Sports of West Bengal.
  • 17. History of Indian Yogasana Sports.
  • 18. Essential Yoga Guide for All Competitive Exams.
  • 19. Lifestyle Diseases and their Prevention.
  • 20. General Disease Disorders and Deformity.
  • 21. Essential Naturopathy for Therapy Practitioners.
  • 22. Basic Knowledge of the Shiva Samhita.
  • 23. Basic Knowledge of the Hatharatnavali.
  • 24. Basic Knowledge of the Shrimad Bhagavat Gita.
  • 25. Basic Knowledge of the Yoga Vasishtha.
  • 26. Questionable History of Human Civilization.
  • 27. Kids Yoga Protocol.
  • 28. Multilingual Training through SUBHASE Language.
  • 29. Essential Yoga Guide for All Competitive Exams.
  • 30. Lifestyle Diseases and their Prevention.
Leadership and Associations
  • President, Yogasana Sports Association of West Bengal (YSAWB) – Supported by the National Yogasana Sports Federation (NYSF), Recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Govt. of India (2021–2023)
  • Voluntary Technical Advisor, Bengal Yoga Judges Association – Serving for over a decade
  • Founder, Tribal Yoga – Naturopathy and Meditation and Prayer for Peace Meditation, Indian Yoga Museum (Online) and World Yoga Museum (Online).
  • He has organized and participated in more than 100 yoga workshops, seminars, CME programs, and yogasana sports competitions.
Contributions and Legacy

Dr Md. Khairul Islam has over 20 years of experience in:

  • Yogasana sports
  • Yoga therapy and healthcare
  • Naturopathy and holistic wellness
  • Yoga education and certification
  • Meditation and spiritual development

His commitment to spreading yoga across rural and tribal communities reflects his inclusive and humanitarian approach to health and spirituality.

See Also
  • Yoga Certification Board (YCB)
  • National Yogasana Sports Federation (NYSF)
  • Yogasana Sports Association of West Bengal (YSAWB)
  • Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Institute (RKMVERI)University
  • Jain Vishva Bharati Institute (JVBI) University

Women Empowerment Yoga Federation (WEYF)

Director’s Message

Baby Hena (Founder Director)

At the Women Empowerment Yoga Federation (WEYF), we believe that true empowerment begins from within. Yoga is not just a physical practice—it is a path to self-awareness, confidence, and inner strength.

Our mission is to uplift women by promoting holistic health, mental well-being, and self-reliance through the timeless wisdom of yoga. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where every woman, regardless of her background, can discover her potential and lead a balanced, meaningful life.

Through education, training, and community initiatives, WEYF strives to build a society where women are healthy, confident, and empowered to contribute positively to the world.

Let us take small steps together toward a stronger, healthier, and more empowered future.

About Founder Director

Baby Hena is a dedicated yoga scholar, healthcare professional, and social worker committed to the empowerment and holistic development of women. She is also the Founder Director of Women Empowerment Yoga Federation (WEYF), where she leads initiatives focused on health, awareness, and empowerment through yoga. She is also the Vice President of All Bengal Yoga Doctors Association. She is a Voluntary Guest Yoga Teacher at National Skill Development Vocational Institute (NSDVI), Kolkata.

She holds a Master’s degree in Yoga and Science of Living from Jain Vishwa Bharati Institute, University, Ladnun, Rajasthan, where she developed a strong foundation in yogic philosophy and applied wellness practices. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Yoga from Sona Devi University, further advancing her research in the field of health, yoga, and human development.

Alongside her academic journey, Baby Hena is a skilled nursing professional with extensive practical experience in healthcare. For over 15 years, she has been actively working in the areas of women’s health education, sports, and cultural development, making a meaningful impact at the grassroots level.

Her vision is to integrate yoga, health education, and community development to create a healthier, more empowered society—especially for women.
Through her leadership and continuous efforts, she strives to inspire confidence, awareness, and well-being among individuals and communities.