About SolaTeach
SolaTeach is an online education and community support initiative dedicated to empowering Afghan girls, young women, and conflict-affected immigrants. We believe every girl and young person deserves the right to learn, heal, and shape their future—no matter their circumstances. Through our digital platform i.e., New Roots USA and Youth Ambassador Program, we provide accessible, high-quality education, mental wellbeing support, and community integration programs that build skills, confidence, and a sense of belonging.
Our work directly contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 5: Gender Equality, and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Mission
Our mission is to empower Afghan girls, women, youth, and conflict-affected communities through accessible education, leadership, mental wellbeing, and economic opportunity. Through free online learning, the Women Empowerment Initiative, Youth Ambassador Program, and New Roots USA, we provide education, digital and professional skills, mentorship, entrepreneurship, career development, and community integration—enabling individuals to build resilient futures and create lasting positive change in their communities.
Vision
We envision a world where every girl and young person, regardless of conflict, displacement, gender, or circumstance, has the opportunity to learn, lead, thrive, and shape their own future with dignity, resilience, and hope. We aspire to build inclusive communities where education, wellbeing, and opportunity empower the next generation to drive sustainable change.
Students Connected from Across Different Parts of Afghanistan
Despite challenges, Afghan girls and youth from Kabul, Herat, Balkh, Nangarhar, and many other provinces come together to learn, connect, and build their futures through SolaTeach's free online programs.
Meet Our Youth Ambassadors
Our dedicated ambassadors represent SolaTeach in universities and schools, inspiring others and supporting our mission.
New Roots USA
Our New Roots USA initiative supports Afghans and other conflict-affected immigrants with services that help them integrate into their new communities, safeguard their mental wellbeing, and build career readiness for long-term stability.
SolaTeach's New Roots USA welcomes immigrants with practical support and learning paths. Explore our two pillars below to see how we help families feel at home and stay emotionally strong while building skills for work and life.
Our Partners
We are deeply grateful to our partners for empowering Afghan girls and youth through accessible online education and life-changing opportunities.
Amanah Foundation
Women Leadership and Empowerment Partner
Youth Center for Dialogue and Peace (YCDP)
Strategic Partner (Dialogue and Peace)
Urooj Technology
Tech and Learning Partner
Safe Path Prosperity
Community Impact Partner
Global Changemakers Collective
Knowledge and Incubation Partner
Global Changemakers
Funding PartnerOur Projects
We build pathways for Afghan girls & youth through digital learning, skills training, and global mentorship.
Empowering Afghan Girls Through Digital Learning
SolaTeach is proud to lead a youth-driven initiative supported by Global Changemakers through the Community Action Project grant. This program is dedicated to empowering Afghan girls who have been denied access to traditional education by creating safe, digital learning spaces where they can continue to learn, grow, and build their futures.
Our Mission
SolaTeach provides opportunities for Afghan girls to access English language training, digital literacy, and professional development skills. Through interactive online classes and mentorship, the project equips students to strengthen their knowledge, build confidence, and connect with higher education and career opportunities.
Meet Our Team
- Project Lead: Hamayun Khan
- Director of Operations: Naveed Ahmad
- Director of Media & Design: Nasibullah Layeaq
- Admin Assistant: Laiba Momand
- English Language Instructors: Maryam Jabarkheil, Roya Maliky, and Marya Shafqat
- Educational Advisor: Atifa Esmat Nizhad
Our Impact So Far
- Trained 500+ Afghan girls in English grammar, writing, reading, and speaking skills.
- Delivered professional development seminars to help girls prepare for online work, internships, and higher education opportunities.
- Supported students in securing admissions to online MBA programs and virtual internships, building pathways to careers.
- Provided digital mentorship and safe online learning spaces, ensuring continuity of education under restrictive conditions.
Powered by Global Changemakers
This project is proudly sponsored by Global Changemakers, whose support through funding, mentorship, and global networking has made SolaTeach possible. Their sponsorship enables us to not only deliver impact but also to amplify the voices of Afghan girls worldwide.
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Digital Literacy Tracks
Structured pathways for core computer skills, productivity, research & safe internet use.
Mentorship Circles
Small group guidance from vetted global professionals encouraging confidence & clarity.
Pathway to Careers
Workshops & mock interviews prepare students for remote work & higher education programs.
Safe Learning Design
Privacy, moderated sessions & trust‑building protocols ensure dignity & security.
Our Free Courses
Expert-led courses designed to build real skills — completely free, always accessible.
Basic English Grammar
Master the fundamentals of English grammar, sentence structure, and usage. Perfect for beginners and those looking to strengthen their foundation.
English Speaking
Develop your spoken English skills with interactive lessons, real-life dialogues, and pronunciation practice. Gain confidence in everyday conversations.
Computer Courses
Get started with computers, the internet, and essential software. Suitable for beginners and those wanting to improve digital literacy.
Professional Development
Join our free seminars on career development, communication, and personal growth. Learn from industry experts and boost your skills.
Maths (Basics)
A friendly introduction to arithmetic and core math concepts — numbers, addition/subtraction, multiplication/division, fractions, and simple problem solving to build a strong foundation.
Maths (Algebra)
Foundational algebra course covering expressions, equations, inequalities, linear functions, and basic problem-solving strategies to prepare students for higher-level math.
Community Integration
Through New Roots USA, we help newcomers find belonging, build stability, and navigate life in countries like the United States. We combine community orientation with practical skill-building so families can settle confidently and support themselves.
What We Want to Do
- Support Afghans living in the USA who are facing crises, stress, and mental health challenges.
- Help them learn skills so they can support themselves and their families.
- Expand our scope to serve people from other third world and crisis-affected countries, not only Afghans.
- Provide training in both career skills and personal development.
Programs We Offer
- Offer online training and support so people in different countries can access our programs.
- Career-focused training: digital skills, English, job readiness, and communication skills.
- Personal development workshops: confidence, goal setting, and practical life skills.
- Community orientation with language-accessible resources, mentorship, and local referrals.
Mental Wellbeing
We promote emotional wellbeing with accessible, culturally-aware support. Our sessions help participants understand stress, build resilience, and find trusted community connections — online and in-person where possible.
What We Want to Do
- Include mental health awareness, emotional wellbeing support, and basic community support.
- Create mental health awareness sessions and stress management trainings.
- Offer online training and support so people in different countries can access our programs.
How We Support
- Peer-support circles and mentorship for navigating trauma and isolation.
- Simple self-care tools: breathing, routines, healthy habits, and help-seeking pathways.
- Guided referrals to local services and culturally-aware practitioners when available.
Why SolaTeach?
In Afghanistan, millions of girls have been barred from secondary school and university since 2021 — shut out of classrooms not by war or poverty, but simply for being girls. SolaTeach exists to quietly, practically change that by providing free online learning in English, digital skills, and career development. Through New Roots USA, we also support conflict-affected immigrants with community integration, mental wellbeing, and career training — helping them find belonging and build new futures.
Free Online Learning
Access to quality English, digital literacy, and career readiness courses — at no cost, from anywhere in the world.
Mentorship & Community
Peer support networks, mentorship from role models, and a global community that believes in every girl's potential.
Mental Wellbeing Support
Integrated mental health awareness and stress management woven into our learning pathways — because healing matters.
New Roots USA
Community integration, career training, and mental wellbeing sessions for Afghan and other immigrants rebuilding in the US.
Advocacy & Awareness
We speak up for the right to education, mental health support, and dignified opportunities for girls and crisis-affected youth worldwide.
Always Free & Accessible
Every program is completely free. No tuition, no hidden fees — just opportunity, support, and a path forward.
Our Vision for the Future
We envision a world where every girl and young person, regardless of conflict, displacement, gender, or circumstance, has the opportunity to learn, lead, thrive, and shape their own future with dignity, resilience, and hope. We aspire to build inclusive communities where education, wellbeing, and opportunity empower the next generation to drive sustainable change.
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