Senior Advisory Board
The Think Tank Center’s Leadership Body; Guiding Research, Strategy, and Future Vision
Think Tank Center Leadership
The Senior Advisory Board is the governing body of the AYP Think Tank Center, a dedicated pillar for evidence-based research, strategic foresight, and long-term vision for Afghanistan. The Board is comprised of experienced experts, academics, diplomats, and civil society leaders from around the world. Members set the research agenda, oversee the quality of strategic studies and foresight work, and guide the development of the Future Afghanistan Vision document. Through their collective expertise in education, public policy, law, economics, and international relations, they ensure that the Center’s outputs are rigorous, balanced, and beneficial to the next generation of Afghan leaders. Board members also mentor young researchers and connect the Center with global knowledge networks; always with the belief that diplomacy, dialogue, and knowledge can build a better Afghanistan.
Core Responsibilities
Setting the Research Agenda
The Board defines the Center’s strategic priorities, with a particular focus on long-term studies and foresight work that can inform Afghanistan’s future trajectory.
Shaping the Future Afghanistan Vision
Board members provide the intellectual leadership for the Center’s flagship Vision document, mapping pathways for peaceful, sustainable, and prosperous development.
Quality Assurance
All research outputs, policy briefs, and strategic analyses produced by the Center are reviewed by Board members to maintain academic rigor and practical relevance.
Mentorship & Knowledge Transfer
Senior advisors actively mentor young Afghan researchers and analysts, building the next generation of Afghanistan’s thought leaders through guidance, feedback, and professional development.
Global Networks & Partnerships
Through their international experience and connections, Board members help the Center engage with academic institutions, research networks, and policy communities worldwide.
Board Composition
Board members consist of experienced experts and professionals from around the world with deep expertise in the following areas:
Public Policy, Governance & Diplomacy
Economics, Finance & Entrepreneurship
Education, Research & Academic Leadership
Law, Human Rights & Justice
Technology, Innovation & Digital Transformation
Health, Social Development & Humanitarian Affairs
Senior Advisory Board Members
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Dr. K. Rahmani
Public Policy & Governance
30 years of experience in public policy and governance reform. Former UN advisor and university professor.
Eng. M. Nadery
Economics, Finance & Entrepreneurship
25 years of experience in development economics, investment, and entrepreneurship. Founder of several successful companies.
Prof. P. Azizi
Education, Research & Academic Leadership
35 years of experience in higher education and research. Faculty member at international universities and author of over 50 academic papers.
Dr. F. Hosseini
Law, Human Rights & Justice
25 years of experience in international law and human rights advocacy. Advisor to the Human Rights Commission and member of international tribunals.
Ramin Kazemi
Technology, Innovation & Digital Transformation
20 years of experience in information technology and digital transformation. Chief Technology Officer at international companies.
Dr. Sh. Mahdavi
Health, Social Development & Humanitarian Affairs
30 years of experience in public health and social development. WHO advisor and leader of humanitarian projects.
Dr. A. Karimi
Diplomacy & International Relations
28 years of experience in diplomacy and international relations. Former Afghan Ambassador and senior UN advisor.
Dr. S. Ahmadi
Sustainable Development & Environment
22 years of experience in sustainable development and environmental protection. UNDP advisor and environmental activist.
Apply to Join the Board
If you are an expert, scholar, or community leader with significant expertise and a commitment to empowering youth through knowledge and research, we invite you to apply. Board members typically have 15 or more years of experience in their field and can commit approximately 5–10 hours per month.
Contact the Board Secretariat
For any questions regarding the Senior Advisory Board or the Think Tank Center’s work, please contact our coordination team.