Sahar translates into ‘a new day’ in Farsi and indeed yesterday was a new day in the United States. We celebrate the inauguration of President Joseph Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris…. Read more

Dear Friends of Sahar,

Our world has suffered immeasurably this past year. Just as the holidays arrive, many families remain separated from one another because of COVID-19. And yet,… Read more

Sahar is pleased to announce that WomenStrong International has awarded us with a two-yeargrant (2020-2022) to support Men as Partners in Change (MPC) as part of their innovativeLearning Lab in…

Join us on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 6pm PST with Board Member, Joel Meyers, and Executive Director, Ginna Brelsford, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of our…

This week Afghan students return to the classroom after more than six months out of school because of COVID-19. For us at Sahar, this back-to-school season marks the beginning of a new phase…

Sahar is sad to bid farewell to Sophie Allen, our Operations and Campaign Manager since 2019. Sophie has been an important part of the Sahar team, and we will miss her greatly. Sahar wishes…

We are so excited to share that we have been awarded a grant from the International Foundation Grant to help fund our Men as Partners in Change Program! We are so grateful for the…

We are thrilled to announce the publication of the Sahar 2020-2021 Impact Report! We all have a role to play…

Sahar’s Afghan Enrichment And Fellowship Program

Sahar’s year long Enrichment and Fellowship Program accepts applicants who have Afghan background and family heritage. The ideal candidate will bring excellent research and writing,…

To end child marriage, invest in a skilled ‘GirlForce’ says Sahar on International Day of the Girl.

As the world celebrates International Day of the Girl on 11 October, Sahar is calling for…