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Global Friends of Afghanistan assists partners trying to preserve and protect the progress that was made in Afghanistan over the last 20 years by Afghans, the US, and the international community. Build support for Afghanistan's stability and human rights by keeping Afghan issues relevant. Our Team John Agoglia (USA) Director of Global Friends of Afghanistan “GFA exists to help Afghans have a space to discuss their future. We aim to help the world understand Afghanistan and the needs of the Afghan people.” -GFA Director, February 2022 Will Selber (USA) Deputy Director “GFA is also proud to be assisting and advocating for the humane resettlement of our Afghan allies, soon to be our "Fellow Americans," across the United States.” -GFA Deputy Director, February 2022 Education Council The GFA Education Council helps guide the organization to meet its mission and to help fulfill its goals in the field of education. GFA's Education Council is made up of academics, scholars, and educational leaders who are working with Afghans around the world. The council oversees GFA's programs and initiatives concerning education. Jason Criss Howk (USA) GFA Director Education Council Leader Ambassador M. Ashraf Haidari (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Annie Pforzheimer (USA) GFA Fellow Mariam Solaimankhil MP (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Ambassador (Ret) Hugo Llorens (USA) GFA Fellow Ejaz Ahmad Malikzada (Afghanistan) Advisory Committee Ariana Delawari (Afghanistan-USA) GFA Fellow Kevin Rardin (United States) GFA Fellow Fawzia Koofi (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Rear Admiral (Ret) Paul Becker (USA) Advisory Committee Mina Sharif (Afghanistan-Canada) GFA Fellow Beth Bailey (USA) Media Fellow Homeira Qaderi (Afghanistan) Advisory Committee Mark R. Jacobson (USA) Advisory Committee Pashtana Durrani (Afghanistan) Advisory Committee Scott Cooper (USA) Advisory Committee Asma Faraz (Afghanistan) Advisory Committee Waliullah Rahmani (Afghanistan) GFA Media Fellow Yalda Royan (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Sara Wahedi (Afghanistan) GFA Scholar Zakira Rasooli (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Sitarah Mohammadi (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Nargis Nehan (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Sahraa Karimi (Afghanistan) GFA Arts Fellow Zarifa Ghafari (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Bahara Kazimi (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Hosna Jalil (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Shaira Karimi (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Aqela Nussrat (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Partnerships Council The GFA Partnerships Council works with our partners in the charity sector and the veteran community. They are working on evacuation and resettlement issues. GFA aim is to work with partner organizations to amplify and enhance collective efforts around the world. A rising tide should raise all boats. John Agoglia (USA) GFA Deputy Director for Partnerships Partnerships Council Leader Sarah Hearn OBE (UK) Advisory Committee General Joseph L. Votel (Rtd) (USA) Advisory Committee Dr. Mir Sadat ( USA) Advisory Committee Nasirullah Safi (Afghanistan) Advisory Committee Rahela Sidiqi (Afghanistan) Advisory Committee Haroon Andar, D.O. (Afghanistan- USA) Advisory Committee Douglas L. Ramsdell (USA) Advisory Committee Shermineh Salehi Esmati (Canada ) Friend of Afghanistan Megan Minnion (Canada) Advisory Committee Henry Rowland (USA ) Advisory Committee Dr. Ahmad Farhad Fidai (Afghanistan) Friend of Afghanistan Kawser Amine (Afghanistan-USA ) Advisory Committee Aimie (Orman) Thomas (USA) Fundraising Doug Livermore (USA ) Advisory Committee Ronald Leonard Smith Sr. (USA ) Advisory Committee Kate Howard (USA ) Advisory Committee Outreach Council The GFA Outreach Council is working around the world to help Afghans. We are helping to promote all organizations working on Afghanistan. GFA aims to be a leading organization for amplifying Afghan voices and new initiatives. Afghan talent is currently being wasted by the current de facto government in Kabul. We want to use this talent to work for change and progress for the whole of Afghanistan. Chris Blackburn (UK) Advisory Committee GFA Outreach Europe Paulo Casaca (Portugal) Advisory Committee Nargis Mommand Hassanzai (Afghanistan) GFA Fellow Sediq Sediqqi (Afghanistan) Advisory Committee Fmr. Ambassador Husain Haqqani (Pakistan-USA) Advisory Committee Media Contact دوستان جهانی افغانستان (GFA) با صدایی برای دو ملت، پلتفرمی برای داستان هایی که روح مشترکی دارند، حواشی جنگ و ویرانگری جنگ و پیوند عمیق بین مردم ایالات متحده و افغانستان را بررسی می کند، همکاری می کند. Resettlement Affiliates Please visit our resettlement partners working on Afghan evacuations and resettlement issues in the United States of America. Our partners have lots of excellent resources and information from legal advice to healthcare. Just click on the logos on the right to take you to their sites. GFA proudly partners with the Afghan- American Women’s Association. The A-AWA seeks to serve the Afghan community in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area through numerous different outlets. The all-volunteered-based organization currently offers platforms for Afghans in resettlement, networking, mentorship, and education. GFA proudly partners with Afghan Home USA. The Afghan Home USA is a nonprofit that seeks to promote the culture and heritage of Afghans residing in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Currently, the organization focuses on resettlement and logistical support for the influx of Afghan refugees. In addition to this Afghan Home USA also plays an active role in advocating for global dialogue, unity, and understanding. GFA proudly partners with the Afghan Medical Professionals Association of America (AMPAA). The AMPAA is an NGO that has done work directly supporting the government’s efforts to resettle Afghan refugees. During evacuations, AMPAA works alongside the CDC and other organizations to provide quality medical assessment and care to incoming Afghans. In addition to this, AMPAA also supports Afghans that are in or pursuing, health sector fields. They do this through their extensive network, numerous training, and education programs, as well as promoting STEM education for Afghan youth. GFA proudly partners with the Fresh Start Refugee Assistance Center. The mission of Fresh Start is to aid in the resettlement of refugees and immigrant groups in the Washington D.C. metro region by providing resources, and opportunities that promote self-sufficiency. Uniquely led by a board of Afghan-Americans, Fresh Start has a deep understanding of the difficulties and cultural challenges that are faced in the transition to western life. With this knowledge, Fresh Start carefully and efficiently helps refugees in the areas of resettlement, education, and community integration. GFA proudly partners with Husayn for Humanity. The mission of Husayn for Humanity is to provide selfless service by mobilizing resources and staff to those who need it the most. Husayn for Humanity has done extensive work in aiding evacuations out of Afghanistan. Specifically, they have worked directly with government organizations to provide supplies, transportation, and direction to refugees arriving in the D.C. area. GFA proudly partners with the Muslim Association of Virginia (MAV). The Mission of the MAV is to establish and maintain a vibrant community based on the teachings of Islam, through programs that support the religious, social, and educational advancement of the community they serve. Its mission also includes establishing and strengthening relationships with other Muslim and non-Muslim organizations that share their values. In addition to this, the MAV has also coordinated with government organizations to offer comprehensive services to Afghan refugees in the D.C. area. GFA proudly partners with React DC. React DC is a military spouse and veteran-led non-profit which serves the D.C. metro area. Consisting of an extensive volunteer network, React DC is using its resources and skills to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and cost-effective resettlement assistance for recently arrived refugees. Specifically, they aim to enable families to be self-reliant and integrated into their new communities. Partners

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