About NavaRise

Building Futures Through Education & Empowerment

We believe no person should be denied the right to quality education. Education is a pathway to dignity, opportunity, and a better future.

NavaRise Education
Est. 2025
Our Vision

A world where every young individual has the opportunity to rise, succeed, and lead.

Our Story

Founded with the vision to bridge the gap in education, NavaRise is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth through access to quality education and skill-building opportunities.

Education is transformative. Through language learning, digital literacy, and leadership development, our programs equip youth with the tools to shape their future and create lasting social impact.

Founded: July 12, 2025Non-profit OrganizationEducation & Empowerment

Our Mission

To ignite hope, empower youth, and cultivate the leaders of tomorrow by providing equitable access to education and meaningful skill development.

Our impact

Impact So Far

A transparent view of NavaRise's recorded activity. Organization-wide outcomes are added when they have been verified.

2025

Established

Organization record

33

Programs delivered

From program records

3

Starting soon

From program records

What We Stand For

Our Values

Our values guide every decision — from program design to how we show up for the communities we serve.

Equity

Every young person deserves equal access — we remove barriers so opportunity isn't determined by zip code or background.

Community Partnership

We build with communities, not for them — co-designing programs that reflect local needs and lived experience.

Human Dignity

Every interaction we have starts from a place of deep respect for the inherent worth of every individual.

Transparency

We share our impact honestly — what's working, what isn't, and how we're growing — so trust is earned, not assumed.

Creativity & Resilience

We meet challenges with imagination and perseverance, turning resource constraints into innovation opportunities.

Real Impact

Programs are only as good as the change they create. We measure success by the lives transformed, not the hours delivered.

A NavaRise learner taking part in an online class
Learning that meets young people where they are
Inclusion in practice

Who We Serve

NavaRise focuses on accessible education for Afghan youth, including girls and young people who face barriers to formal learning.

Through practical classes, digital learning, and community-based support, we work to make skills, confidence, and opportunity more reachable.

  • Afghan youth building knowledge and confidence
  • Girls seeking safe, inclusive learning pathways
  • Young people affected by barriers to formal education
Our approach

How NavaRise Works

A thoughtful, community-centered process for turning learning needs into meaningful opportunities.

01

Identify Needs

Listen to learners and communities to understand the barriers they face.

02

Design Programs

Shape practical, relevant learning experiences around those needs.

03

Teach & Mentor

Connect learners with educators, guidance, and encouraging support.

04

Measure Progress

Track what is delivered and improve based on verified learning outcomes.

05

Grow Community

Strengthen a network of learners, mentors, and volunteers who rise together.

Milestones

Our Journey

A living record of NavaRise's beginnings, present work, and long-term direction.

2025

NavaRise is founded

NavaRise was established on July 12, 2025, with a commitment to expand access to education and support SDG 4: Quality Education.

2026

Learning opportunities grow

Programs, webinars, workshops, and community learning opportunities continue to be delivered through NavaRise.

2030

Vision for 2030

A sustainable, community-centered model that widens access to education, skills, and mentorship.

Our Team

The People Behind NavaRise

A committed team of educators, builders, and community leaders creating more equitable paths to learning and opportunity.

Sohaila Ahmadi, Founder
Founder
Leadership 01

Sohaila Ahmadi

President & Founder

  • Education
  • Youth Empowerment
  • Program Leadership

Sohaila Ahmadi is the Founder and President of NavaRise, a youth-led non-profit organization established on July 12, 2025, the International Day of Hope. Inspired by the power of hope and action, she founded NavaRise to expand access to education and contribute to SDG 4: Quality Education. Through leading a team of volunteers, designing e...

ContributionFounded NavaRise on July 12, 2025, and leads its educational programs and volunteer team.

Frishta Akbari, CEO
CEO
Leadership 02

Frishta Akbari

Programmer · Educator · Artist

  • Programming
  • Education
  • Leadership
  • Community Building

Frishta Akbari is the Chief Executive Officer of NavaRise. Over the past two years, she has contributed to the organization’s growth through educational courses, webinars, competitions, an online book club, and workshops while working voluntarily with her team. She has also taught English and German voluntarily to Afghan youth. Frishta se...

ContributionLeads NavaRise’s growth, educational courses, webinars, competitions, book club, and workshops.

CTO
Leadership 03

Ahmad Ali

Web Developer · Educator · Youth Leader

Kabul Polytechnic University · Graduated 2025

  • Web Development
  • Technical Leadership
  • Digital Strategy
  • Technical Education

Ahmad Ali is the Chief Technology Officer of NavaRise, contributing to the organization’s technical direction, digital development, and long-term growth. A 2025 graduate of Kabul Polytechnic University, he works in web development and supports technical planning while strengthening NavaRise’s digital capacity and educational initiatives....

ContributionGuides NavaRise’s technical direction and helped students build foundational web development skills over six months.

Gulzada Khaleqi

Korean Language Instructor

  • Korean Language
  • Language Education
  • Student Support

Teaches beginner Korean through practical, interactive lessons that build confidence.

Gulzada Khaleqi is a Korean Language Instructor at NavaRise. She teaches beginner-level Korean and helps students build a strong foundation they can use in…

First collaboration cycle

Marina Akhlaqi

Microsoft Word Instructor

  • Microsoft Word
  • Digital Literacy
  • Practical Learning

Helps students strengthen their digital skills and confidence through practical Microsoft Word lessons.

Marina Akhlaqi is a Word Instructor at NavaRise, where she teaches essential Microsoft Word skills and helps students strengthen their digital knowledge. S…

4 months

Mohammad Hadi Sadeqi, Instructor

Mohammad Hadi Sadeqi

Web Development Instructor

  • Web Development
  • Digital Literacy
  • Technical Education

Shares practical web development knowledge and creates learning opportunities for students, particularly girls.

Mohammad Hadi Sadeqi is a Web Development Instructor at NavaRise, where he volunteers his knowledge to help students develop practical digital and technica…

3 months

Sadaf Fazliyar

English Instructor

  • English Instruction
  • Grammar
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Communication

Has taught and graduated two English classes and currently teaches NavaRise’s Special Grammar class.

Sadaf Fazliyar has been an English Instructor at NavaRise for six months. Through teaching students from diverse backgrounds, she has strengthened her teac…

6 months · 2 classes completed · Current class: Special Grammar

Farida Akbari, Book Club Coordinator & Cultural Team Member

Farida Akbari

Book Club Coordinator · Cultural Team Member

  • Reading
  • Youth Leadership
  • Science
  • Technology

Volunteers with NavaRise as a Book Club Coordinator and Cultural Team member, helping young people read, exchange ideas, and grow through meaningful conversations.

Farida Akbari has volunteered with NavaRise since June 2025. A student passionate about reading, science, technology, and youth leadership, she helps organize book club sessions and creates a welcoming space for young people to learn and share ideas. She is also interested in physics, mathematics, aerospace engineering, and computer science.

Volunteer since June 2025

Zahra Raadpoor

Program Coordinator · Cultural Team Member

  • Program Coordination
  • Student Communication
  • Community Engagement

Volunteers in course development, student communication, and the coordination of educational and cultural activities.

Zahra Raadpoor has volunteered with NavaRise since March 2026 as a Program Coordinator and Cultural Team member. She contributes to creating and launching courses, communicating with students, and coordinating educational and cultural activities. Zahra values being part of a community committed to positive change.

Volunteer since March 2026

Long-term Vision

Goals for 2030

NavaRise's long-term vision for creating sustainable, measurable change.

2030
Target year
—
Published targets
3
Focus areas
01

Build a sustainable local model

Develop a community-owned approach to education that can grow without losing its human focus.

02

Expand youth access

Increase access to practical education, skills, and mentorship for Afghan youth.

03

Support girls’ education

Create safe, inclusive learning pathways for girls and young people facing barriers to education.