About Change Makers of the World
We are a youth-led volunteer community dedicated to supporting quality education and advocating for human rights in Afghanistan. As the first and largest of its kind in the country, our impact extends beyond borders through various programs. To date, we've benefited over 10,000 individuals and organized more than 186 initiatives across Afghanistan. In response to the Taliban's ban on girls' education, we offer online and in-person classes, distribute school materials, and provide recorded lessons for Afghan children and girls. In 2020, we took a pivotal step in youth inclusion by establishing the National Youth Consensus for Peace, a coalition of 240 organizations involved in the Afghan peace process and decision-making (#Youths4Peace). Our team has represented Afghan youth on the global stage and earned several awards, including the prestigious Diana Award in 2023.
We've been recognized internationally, with features in global media. Our work continues across Afghanistan, where we build schools, distribute educational resources, and promote the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We also collaborate with American and European organizations to support Afghan refugees and advocate for Afghan human rights worldwide.
Why Is Afghanistan Our Primary Focus?
Change Makers of the World was established in Afghanistan in response to the urgent needs of its people. Despite facing significant challenges, including security threats, social barriers, and a lack of facilities and financial resources, we continue to operate actively in the country. Afghanistan remains at the core of our activities, and here’s why:
UNICEF
The United Nations reported that Taliban restrictions on the rights of women and girls have "effectively trapped" most of them in their homes, making Afghanistan the "most repressive" country in the world for women.
IOM UN Migration
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that nearly eight million Afghan citizens have migrated since 2020, with 85% of them moving to neighboring countries.
UNESCO
A recent survey conducted in April this year by UNICEF found that there are 7.8 million children out of school in Afghanistan, with 80% of Afghan school-age girls—about 2.5 million—being denied their right to education.Approximately half of children of primary school age are enrolled, and only one-fifth of those of secondary school age are in school.
RSF
Reporters Without Borders stated that Afghanistan is the third worst country in the world for press freedom under the Taliban. Afghanistan is described as the “most repressive country” in South Asia, according to Célia Mercier, who covers the region for RSF.
Board of Directors
"Stories Behind Change Makers of the World"
Mohammad Jawid Amani is an Afghan education activist and the founder of Change Makers of the World, a volunteer community focused on improving education and advocating for human rights in Afghanistan. He also co-founded Afghanistan’s National Youth Consensus, a platform that gave young Afghans a voice in important national discussions, including the Afghan peace process.
Mohammad Jawid Amani
Founder
Ms. Rahmati is the President of Change Makers of the World in the USA. She has been recognized by the United States Congress for her efforts to inspire women to embrace self-love, independence, education, and confidence. Today, she continues to advocate for human rights and stands in solidarity with the people of Afghanistan during these challenging times.
Massie Rahmati
President - USA
Mohammad Reza Hussaini, currently based in the USA, is a leading advocate for peace, education, and human rights. He is the founder of the National Youth Consensus for Peace and Change Makers of the World. Additionally, he leads Peshtaaz LLC, an organization working on the Jobs4Peace initiative. Hussaini has partnered with local organizations, the Afghan government, and the international community to support and implement projects that promote human rights and peace.
Mohammad Reza Hussaini
Founder