To ensure that our work at Amplify is meeting the needs of Afghan women, in 2025 we launched our advisory board! These are the incredible Afghan women that we work with and give us feedback on our programs, ideas and inspiration for future projects and update us about what is happening in Afghanistan today. We meet with the board once a month and they are a key part of what we do. 

If you are an Afghan woman interested in joining our advisory board, please send an email to amplifyafghanwomen@gmail.com 

Meet the board members

Wadia F 

My name is Wadia, a dedicated educator, journalist, and law student. I hold a degree in Dari Literature and completed two intensive journalism programs at a professional academy. I am currently a second-year student in the Department of Judiciary and Prosecution at an woman online university. With over six years of teaching experience, I now work as as online reporter at Hama News Agency. I am passionate about writing, especially on women’s rights,and enjoy reading a wide range of books in my free time.

Mozghan H

My name is Mozhgan, and I am a committed advocate for women’s rights, education, and peacebuilding in Afghanistan. I am currently studying International Law and Human Rights through the American University of Afghanistan’s online program. From 2019 to 2023, I studied Public Policy and Administration at Kabul University, but I was unable to complete my degree due to the Taliban’s restrictions on female education. I have participated in several national and international training programs. I earned certificates from the Salam Peacebuilding Workshop, organized by the Afghan New Generation Organization and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, and from GIZ in areas like nonviolent communication, project management, and gender equality where I also served as a trainer. I was selected for the Blossom Hill Foundation Fellowship and completed training in entrepreneurship, leadership, and teaching methodology. In 2016, I joined a youth solidarity and English language camp in Antalya, Turkey. I currently supervise the Green Smile Social Team. I was also featured in the book You Will Not Break Us by Katri Merikallio and Roosa Himma, which highlights the resilience of Afghan women under Taliban rule.

Zainab A

My name is Zainab, a 21-year-old from Kabul, Afghanistan. I am a passionate member of the Amplify Afghan Women Advisory Board. I graduated from high school in 2022 with top honors (99%) and have a strong interest in medicine, education, and women's empowerment. I am committed to using my voice to support Afghan girls and create opportunities for their development. My English is at an intermediate level, and I am continuously working to improve it. I believe in hard work, resilience, and the power of education.

Rahila H

Rahila is a youth leader from Afghanistan passionate about girls’ education and empowerment. She is the founder of Girls Beyond Tomorrow, an initiative supporting young girls through skill-building workshops, resource sharing, and mentorship. Despite barriers to education following the Taliban’s return, Rahila continued her learning through international online programs including the AFS Global STEM Accelerators, Civic Innovators Fellowship, and HundrED Youth Ambassador Programme. Her academic interests lie in Business Administration with a focus on social impact. In her free time, Rahila enjoys volunteering, practicing yoga, and learning new languages.

Hadia H

My name is Hadia, a high school student originally from Afghanistan. I studied for eight years in-person in Afghanistan before schools closed, and I am currently continuing my education online. I recently completed Grade 9 at Derakht-e Danesh School and I’m now studying Grade 10 at Ontario Virtual School in Canada. I am deeply passionate about education, women’s rights, and using my voice to help create a brighter future for Afghan girls. It is a great honor for me to join the Amplify Afghan Women Advisory Board and be part of this meaningful journey.

Zainab H

My name is Zainab, and I live in Kabul. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Science from Kabul University and work as a teacher at a private school. I write freely—my pieces focus primarily on women’s issues—and I publish them online on women’s platforms. At home, I tutor underprivileged students in mathematics. Currently, I am also studying Literature at an online university.

Marwa M

I am Marwa, a 19-year-old woman and passionate advocate for girls’ education, youth empowerment, and social justice in Afghanistan. A graduate of Umulbanin High School in Kabul, I went on to earn a second high school diploma from High Bluff Academy, an accredited American high school, online in May 2024. In the face of immense challenges, including the Taliban’s restrictions on girls’ education, I have remained steadfast in my pursuit of knowledge and my mission to empower others.

As a Co-Founder of She Leads Tomorrow, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing Afghan women through education, leadership training, and mentorship, I work tirelessly to help young women access opportunities for higher education and personal growth. My commitment extends beyond the digital classroom—I have volunteered as an English teacher and mentor and played a key role in establishing a community library in Kabul through Code Green Afghanistan. The library now houses over 1,500 books and serves as a safe space for learning and connection.

As a writer and poet, I strive to be a voice for those who have been silenced. My life story has been featured in international media, including news articles in English and Finnish, and a documentary in France. Through creative expression and unwavering dedication, I continue to inspire hope, resilience, and meaningful change within my community and beyond. For me, education is not only a personal sanctuary—it is a powerful tool for liberation, transformation, and the betterment of future generations.