Advisory Board Member
Ajmal Ramyar
Executive Director of Afghans for Progressive Thinking (APT), a youth-led nonprofit organization in Afghanistan
Ajmal Ramyar serves as the Executive Director of Afghans for Progressive Thinking (APT), a youth-led nonprofit organization in Afghanistan. Under his leadership, APT has been at the forefront of addressing human rights crises and promoting girls’ education.
Ajmal also led the Afghan Youth Representative program to the United Nations, advocating for Afghan youth on both national and international platforms. His dedication extends to managing an elementary school for internally displaced children in Afghanistan, emphasizing the importance of education in challenging circumstances. After the Taliban’s takeover in 2021, Ajmal relocated to Canada. There, he continues his efforts to empower Afghan women by connecting them with international mentors and advocating for their educational rights.
In Canada, Ajmal utilizes his expertise in communications and workshop facilitation to raise awareness about the educational and human rights challenges faced by Afghan women. He organizes events aimed at empowering young individuals, especially women, to effect social change through education.