Meet Our Team
Our team is made up of passionate volunteers, mentors, and educators who give their time and energy to help Afghan students reach their full potential.
Feda Mohammadi
Founder & President
Feda Mohammadi, ASA's Founder and President, is an undergraduate student at Berea College studying Quantitative Economics and Mathematics (minor in Computer Science). Besides his interest in development economics, Causal Inference, and Machine Learning, he has a deep passion for education advocacy and helping others grow.
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Samiullah Mahmodi
Vice-president
Sami Mahmodi is a passionate Computer Science graduate from Aria University with expertise in web design, development, and digital marketing. He currently works as a Website Developer at Sama Consulting and contributes to the Afghan Network for Social Services (ANSS).
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Jafar Fahimi
Web Developer
Jafar Fahimi is a Frontend Developer with expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Redux, and Next.js. He holds a Bachelore of CS from Kabul University and has gained valuable experience as a Technical Support Engineer and QA Tester. Jafar's accomplishments include securing 2nd place in the ICPC contest and earning multiple certifications in web development.
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Samundra Adhikari
Program Coordinator
Samundra Adhikari is a Quantitative Economics student at Berea College and an undergraduate research assistant at Duke University. At ASA, he serves as Program Coordinator, playing a key role in the day-to-day management and coordination of our programs. Samundra brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to everything he does, helping ensure our initiatives run smoothly and our students get the support they need.
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Ramazan Ali Hakimi
TOEFL English Test Tutor
Ramazan Ali Hakimi is an experienced English instructor with 8+ years of teaching at various institutions. He teaches Duolingo and TOEFL prep, specializing in IEP and academic writing. Known for teamwork and creating inclusive learning environments, Hakimi continually updates his methods and stays current with language learning research.
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Abulfazl Mirzaii
Content Creator and TOEFL Mentor
A senior high school student, with a high TOEFL score and Web development skills, helps students ace their TOEFL exams and makes videos for Afghan Scholars Academy YouTube channel.
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Nazifa Popal
Duolingo English Test Tutor
Nazifa is an aspiring healthcare professional, with expertise in community health awareness, academic writing, language proficiency development, and cross-cultural communication. She has years of instructing English experience. At ASA, she proficiently instructs B2 and C1 level students to achieve their desired DET score.
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Sophia Mohamed
Writing Tutor
Sophia Mohamed, BA in Criminal Justice and International Relations from USIU-Africa, is a passionate writing tutor who helps students craft clear, compelling essays and academic papers. She focuses on developing each student’s unique voice while building confidence and strong writing skills.
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Nilufar Mirzaii
Book Club Manager
A Computer Science student at the American University of Afghanistan, with expertise in Web Development and Graphic Design, leads the Afghan Scholars Academy Book Club that promotes culture of reading and discussion to enhance students' reading comprehension and speaking skills.
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Fatima Saifey
Graphic Designer
With experience in web development and graphic design, Fatima graduated with a B.Sc. in Computer Science. She is currently a volunteer graphic designer at Afghan Scholars Academy.
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Abbas Peopleyar
Social Media Coordinator
Abbas Peopleyar is a high school graduate from Daykundi, Afghanistan. He currently manages the social media platforms at Afghan Scholars Academy (ASA), where he focuses on growing and improving their online presence. Abbas is passionate about learning and personal growth. He wishes to pursue a degree in Computer Science at one of the top universities. His goal is to expand his skills and create new opportunities in the tech field.
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Zahra Mousavi
Graphic Designer
With a background in chemical engineering and experience in both graphic design and social media management, Zahra is currently studying animation in Ireland. She is a graphic designer at Afghan Scholars Academy.
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