Success Stories
Page of Hope English Online Book Club
A Success Story of Language, Leadership, and Resilience
Engaged in weekly sessions
Program duration
Advanced to core programs
The Page of Hope English Online Book Club was established to support Afghan teenagers—particularly girls—who were denied access to formal education. Over the course of 18 months, the program offered more than English instruction; it provided a platform for personal growth, leadership, and connection.
Founded by EmpowerHer Co-Founder Mahdi Rahimi and generously sponsored by the Afghan Girls Financial Assistance Fund (AGFAF), the club engaged 11 students in weekly virtual sessions. Despite difficult circumstances, participants demonstrated exceptional dedication as they explored texts such as Little Women and Dear Martin, strengthening their reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills.
Students took on rotating leadership roles, completed capstone projects, and participated in interactive activities including debates, storytelling, and team-based learning exercises. By the end of the program, many had transformed into confident and capable communicators.
Impact & Legacy
Several participants have since advanced to AGFAF's core educational programs or taken on mentoring roles within EmpowerHer. Page of Hope stands as a testament to the power of consistent support and the belief that even in the most challenging environments, young people—especially girls—can rise, lead, and thrive.
Program Highlights
Educational Support for Afghans
Teaching English to help Afghan girls shine and lead
Founder: Nahid Karimi
Girls and women of all ages
Program duration
Inclusive learning environment
From June 2024 through October 2024, EmpowerHer ran a four-month English course for 25 Afghan students, many of whom were girls and women unable to attend school or university due to restrictive conditions. The program welcomed learners of all ages, including mothers, and focused on developing foundational skills in reading, writing, grammar, listening, and speaking.
The course emphasized creative expression through writing, classroom discussions, and 12 focused grammar sessions for learning English. With generous support from AGFAF, we were also able to provide monthly internet access to ensure students could attend regularly and fully participate in the virtual classroom environment.
This program allowed the girls to find a way to hope behind their computers—building confidence, learning English, making connections, and a sense of possibility through language and learning.
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