Our team
The People Behind Every Lesson
Behind every lesson taught, every mentorship formed, and every barrier removed stands a community of people who believe a girl’s future is worth fighting for. Educators, advisors, volunteers, and supporters — each bringing their own expertise and heart to this work — are the reason Daughters of Freedom exists as more than an idea. This is what collective commitment looks like: people from diverse backgrounds, united by one purpose, working to ensure every girl in Afghanistan has the chance to learn, grow, and shape her own future.
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The Team Steering Our Mission Forward
Director of Human Resources
Huyen Tran is a senior psychology student at San José State University with a focus on Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Organizational…
Director of Technology & Digital Learning
Ferdaws Ferdawsi is a computer scientist, cloud engineer, and Certified Google Digital Marketing Strategist who bridges the gap between deep…
Director of Education & Curriculum
Kalista Mai Toups is a senior at San Jose State University studying human behavior, with a focus on how education…
Kalista Mai Toupe
Director of Education & Curriculum
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Kalista Mai Toups is a student at San Jose State University, where human behavior with a focus on understanding the principles and systems that shape human development, learning, and personal autonomy. Her work is driven by a commitment to creating accessible education that equips individuals with the understanding, confidence, and practical tools to navigate their lives with greater autonomy and purpose. Through community engagement and philanthropic initiatives, Kalista is dedicated to developing educational frameworks that strengthen individuals, enrich communities, and expand access to meaningful learning and equal opportunity.
Finance Director / Treasurer
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Ferdaws Ferdawsi
Director of Technology & Digital Learning
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Ferdaws Ferdawsi is a computer scientist, cloud engineer, and Certified Google Digital Marketing Strategist who bridges the gap between deep technical infrastructure and business growth. Holding a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, his expertise spans designing multi-cloud solutions across AWS and Azure, building robust software systems in Python and Java, and deploying data-driven digital growth strategies.
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Director of Human Resources
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Director of Partnerships & External Relations
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Ferdaws Ferdawsi
Director of Technology & Digital Learning
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Director of Communications & Marketing
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Director of Student Affairs & Safeguarding
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Director of Security and Risk
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Director of Legal & Compliance
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Director of Family & Parent Relations
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Director of Research and Impact
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Advisory board
Expert guidance behind every decision
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Education Advisor
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Technology Advisor
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Instructional Adviser - Angel Villicana
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Women's Education Advisor
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Mental Health Advisor
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Legal Advisor
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Finance Advisor
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Development Advisor
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International Partnerships Advisor
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Student Safety & Safeguarding Advisor
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Afghan Affairs & Cultural Advisor
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Our teachers
Guided by educators who care deeply
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Maryam T.
Mathematics
SR
Sadia R.
Sciences
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Elena V.
English & Literature
FN
Fereshta N.
Primary Education
YH
Yasmin H.
Humanities
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Rebecca L.
Arts & Design
Volunteers
A Global Community United By Purpose
From teachers grading late into the night to mentors offering a weekly hour of encouragement — our volunteers are the heart of this community. There is room for your talents, too.
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Interns
The next generation, learning by doing
Our interns bring fresh energy, new ideas, and genuine dedication — gaining real experience while helping expand access to education for girls across Afghanistan. It’s where passion meets purpose.