H.O.P.E.
for Afghanistan
Health. Opportunity. Power. Education.
Marefat Adult Literacy Sponsored Students
The adult literacy program is meticulously crafted to empower women who, unfortunately, were denied the opportunity to attend school. This initiative recognizes the critical need for educational support among women who, for various reasons, were unable to access formal education during their earlier years.
Our program seeks to bridge educational gaps and provide a supportive learning environment tailored to the unique needs of adult women. We understand that life circumstances may have hindered their educational journey, and our goal is to create a space where they can acquire essential literacy skills, empowering them to navigate daily challenges with confidence.
Through a curriculum specifically designed for adult learners, we address fundamental literacy skills, fostering not only the ability to read and write but also promoting lifelong learning. Our dedicated instructors are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive atmosphere that encourages women to pursue their educational goals.
Join us in transforming lives through education. Together, we can break down barriers and empower women to unlock their full potential, fostering a brighter and more inclusive future for all.
Marefat High School Sponsored Students - 2017
Shukaria's visit to Marefat High School - March 2018
Top Row (left to right): Zahra, Noorya, Nadira, Sediqa, Shukaria (Founder/President of HOPE), Rahila, Aqila, Aziz Royesh (Founder/Director of Marefat)
Bottom Row (left to right): Zahra Batol, Malika, Marina, Fatima, Raziya, Atifa, Shaima
7th grade - Age 12 Favorite subjects are math, geography, & chemistry Likes to jump rope & study about space Wants to become an astronaut
7th grade - Age 13 Dream is to study in America Wants to become a surgeon
8th grade - Age 14 Favorite subjects are math, physics, & English Likes to jump rope Wants to go to Harvard
8th grade - Age 14 Favorite subjects are chemistry, math, & English Wants to become the 1st woman president of Afghanistan
9th grade - Age 15 Favorite subjects are English, geography, & science Dream is to go to Harvard Wants to become a doctor
9th grade - Age 15 Favorite subject is biology Likes to watch TV & jump rope Wants to become a surgeon
9th grade - Age 15 Favorite subjects are math & chemistry Likes to read story books & watch TV Wants to study civil engineering
9th grade - Age 16 Favorite subjects are humanities & geography Likes to attend extra English classes & jump rope Wants to become a doctor & politician
10th grade - Age 16 Favorite subjects are math & civics Likes to read, run, & play soccer Wants to study economics & start her own business in Afghanistan
11th grade - Age 17 Favorite subjects are math & biology Likes to sing, cook, paint, & practice photography Wants to become a reporter
11th grade - Age 17 Favorite subjects are biology, chemistry, math, physics, & science Likes to jump rope & bike ride Wants to become a general surgeon
11th grade - Age 17 Favorite subjects are history, geography, & English Likes to play volleyball & read autobiographies Wants to study political science
11th grade - Age 17 Favorite subjects are physics, math, & civics Likes to read & go to group study Wants to study economics & business so she can start her own business
12th grade - Age 17 Favorite subject is physics Likes to study, read books, & make bracelets/necklaces Wants to study in Oxford & become an astronaut