Team

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Mehwand Shah

Mehwand Shah is a San Diego State University graduate with dual bachelor’s degrees in International Business and Sociology. He is passionate about lifelong learning, with a particular interest in artificial intelligence, the writings of Rumi and Dostoevsky, and long walks in nature. Fluent in English, Pashto, Dari, and Urdu, he values curiosity, meaningful service, and […]

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Mujtaba Balouch

Hello everyone, my name is Mujtaba Balouch. I am a Political Science student at San Diego Mesa College with a passion for community leadership, youth development, and public service. Through my work with the Muslim Community Center of Greater San Diego, Holistic Afghan Women Association, and the Muslim American Society, I have developed experience in

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Mastoorah Ahmadi

Salam Alaikum! My name is Mastoorah Ahmadi. Born and raised in San Diego, my Afghan heritage inspires my passion for serving and supporting my community. I am a certified Community Health Worker and I currently work as a Housing Navigator, where I support individuals and families, within the Afghan community, by connecting them to housing

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Sayed Ahmad Sadat

My name is Sayed Ahmad, Sadat. I have worked with multiple Non-profit Organizations as a Youth Coordinator, Family Engagement Specialist, and Community Health Worker. I’m originally from Kapisa-Afghanistan where I was a freelance journalist. I received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Balkh University in Afghanistan. I began my activities in areas of human rights,

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Farhat Aman

Hello everyone, my name is Farhat Aman. I am a passionate Digital Literacy Instructor dedicated to helping Afghan women and refugee communities build confidence with technology. Through supportive, hands-on guidance, I work to empower learners to develop practical digital skills, access opportunities, and thrive with greater independence in today’s connected world.

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Ayesha Zafari

Salaam, my name is Ayesha Zafari, and I am a public health professional, community advocate, and nonprofit leader dedicated to serving refugee and immigrant communities in San Diego. Born in Afghanistan and raised in East County San Diego, I have spent the past several years working alongside families to improve access to health, housing, education,

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