About NAVA International

Building Bridges from Silence to Independence

NAVA International is a global non-profit organization empowering women in underprivileged and conflict-affected regions through education, digital skills, and global opportunities.

Founded on the belief that education is the bridge from silence to independence, NAVA helps women access the tools, knowledge, and support they need to build sustainable futures — even in the world's most challenging environments.

Our Three Core Programs

1. Education & Employment Initiative

We provide women with access to practical education — from digital design and communication to technology and entrepreneurship — and connect them with real global employers, freelance platforms, and training partners to achieve long-term independence.

2. Beyond the Burqa Project

Our creative storytelling platform amplifies women's voices across the globe. Through personal stories, short documentaries, and visual media, we highlight women not as victims, but as leaders of resilience, creativity, and hope.

3. Scholarship & School Support Program

We advocate for equal access to education by helping women and girls secure scholarships, mentorship programs, and academic partnerships — while supporting girls’ schools in vulnerable communities around the world.

Vision

A world where women are not silenced or saved —

but educated, skilled, and leading their own change.

Mission

To empower women in marginalized and conflict-affected communities through education, digital literacy, and creative storytelling —

turning isolation into opportunity and silence into global connection.

At NAVA, we believe empowerment begins with visibility and grows through opportunity. Every woman deserves the chance to learn, create, and lead her own future. Education is Her Revolution — and We Stand Beside Her.

Core Values

The principles guiding everything we do

Empowerment

We believe every Afghan woman deserves the opportunity to realize her full potential.

Visibility

We amplify untold stories and ensure Afghan women are heard, seen, and celebrated.

Innovation

We create forward-thinking solutions that adapt to evolving challenges and opportunities.

Resilience

We support women in building sustainable futures, even in the most challenging environments.

Our Team

Dedicated individuals working tirelessly to empower women

Zorah Amin Poor

Executive Director

Leads the organization’s strategy, partnerships, fundraising vision, and overall operations.

Jamshid Soltanzadeh

Program Director

Designs, manages, and evaluates all educational and empowerment programs.

Mursal Hashimi

Media / Communications

Manages branding, website content, social media, campaigns, and public communications.

Mahdi Hashimi

Outreach / Program Coordinator

Coordinates community engagement, beneficiary enrollment, and local program implementation.

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NAVA International

Empowering women through creative education, digital skills, and global employment opportunities.