Someireh has been a leader in the nonprofit sector for over 25 years, advocating for refugees, immigrants, and families of color impacted by poverty and racial and social disparities.

Udita Singh is a communications and marketing professional with over eight years of experience across diverse sectors.

Gaby is a licensed mental health therapist dedicated to helping heal individuals through stressful or traumatic experiences.

Merih graduated from the University of Washington in 2018 with a Master’s in Social Work.

Jawad Ramyar is a proud native of Herat, Afghanistan, where he spent his childhood and early years.

Sayed Mohammad Faqiri is originally from Afghanistan. He holds a Master’s in Sociology from Osmania University, India, and a Bachelor’s in Education from Herat University, Afghanistan.

Hassan Jabir is from Iraq and brings four years of experience in community outreach, case management, and employment services, with a strong focus on serving diverse communities.

Shakila Kajaby is an experienced instructor with over 7 years of expertise teaching English to diverse groups, including refugees.

Shahrine Islam was born in Bangladesh and raised in Florida. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Florida Atlantic University before moving to Washington.

Jessie Kimes is a passionate educator who teaches English to Multilingual (ML) high school students. She earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in International Affairs from Eastern Washington University and a Master’s in Teaching from Saint Martin’s University.

Maryam Habib serves as NAAPR’s Vocational ESL Instructor. Originally from Afghanistan, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and brings over five years of teaching experience.

Alyaa Shamkhi is NAAPR’s Community Health Specialist from Iraq. She brings substantial knowledge and practical experience in maternal and child health and development.