Introduction of Successful Youth (Booklet) Conference.

Free & Fair Election Forum of Afghanistan (FEFA) held a conference on February 15, 2017 titled

‘Introduction of Successful Youths of the Year’ in Safi Land-Mark Hotel. The objective of this

conference was introduction of 17 successful youths of the year. The representatives of presidency

and chief executive office, representatives of political parties and civil society organizations,

representatives of international organizations, some MPs and senators, university students and

youth rights activists attended this conference.

At the beginning of the conference, the objectives

of conference and findings of the ‘Youth and

Political Participation” workshops which were held

in some provinces of Afghanistan was presented

and then the opportunities and challenges before

youth were discussed by a panel.

Panelists: Abu-Muslim Shirzad, journalist; Ahmad

Javid Aria, director of Afghan Women Services

Organization; Ahmad Khalid Weqar, staff of

administrative office the president; Ahmad Nasir Ayran, member of Youth’s Parliament; Bashir

Ahmad Qassani, journalist; Pamir Asas, staff of Technology department of parliament; Rangina

Kargar, member of parliament; Sultan Shah Safari, university lecturer; Shir Mohammad Entezar,

Spokesperson of Daikundi governor; Sabri Ander, temporary speaker of youth’s parliament; Abdul

Ghafar Nazari, director of a private company; Kawita Seddiqi, Deputy of World Food

Organization; Mariam Hussaini, member of Kabul provincial council; Manizha Ramizi,

spokesperson of New-Line Organization; Farahnaz Frotan, political journalist; Noor Wali

Khplwak, political journalist; Wakman Amin Samim, journalist and Mariam Arween, facilitator

of panel.

Objective:

Commendation of good and goodness is a proper culture. As, we criticize the improper works, we

must appreciate the hard works and achievements too. Appreciating those who have achievements

indicate our attention to them and their achievements. Appreciating youth for their achievements

encourage them to try more and work hard. Young period is spring time of human life. When

people become old they talk about their youngness and advice the youth to understand the value

of their life. Youth have a lot energy and capability therefore their life is different from others.

Attempts for creating arts, invention and creativity are the main characteristics of this period.

Youth are the main factor of development in communities. Whereas, Afghanistan is a young

society, youth presence and their achievements is tangible. Thousands of youth go to schools and

get ready for participating the university entrance exam to enter universities and academic

institutions. Similarly, many others attend universities and try to take part in reconstruction and

rebuilding of Afghanistan. Youth are the main supporters of democracy in Afghanistan and take

part in democratic processes. Millions of youth went to ballot boxes in elections and casted their

votes to play their role in political fate of their country. A considerable number of those work in

media are youth, many social media are run by youth and this is youth who try to take part in

development of Afghanistan and nation building. On the other hand, thousands of youth are

members of security forces of Afghanistan and defend their people and country against the

terrorism. They have paved the ground of a calm life for their people by standing against the

enemies of Afghanistan. Likewise, many other youth have raised the flag of Afghanistan in

international sports fields.

Introduction of the successful youths of the year is an initiative taken by FEFA in the country. The

objective of this program is identification and introduction of successful youths and convincing

them to take part in political processes and decision makings. The youths who have considerable

achievement in democratic fields are appreciated through this program and their biography along

with all their activities are published in a book.

Contents The conference began by recitation of some verses of Holy Quran and playing of the National

Anthem. Then, Mr. Mohammad Yousuf Rasheed, executive director of FEFA delivered the

opening remarks and said, “Nowadays, youths face several economic, political and social problems

but they must not be disappointed because beside these problems, there are educational and job

opportunities for them as well.” He added that unfortunately the leaders of National Unity

Government haven’t implemented their campaign commitments regarding youths.

Subsequently, Abu-Muslim Shirzad talked about the challenges before youth and said, “Distrust

about youth’s capabilities have disappointed many youth and negatively impacted them. Youth

must not scare of failure in life.” He added that his vision is trust in God, purposefulness and

perseverance. He also said that the youth must make resolute decisions and try to reach their

achievements.

Javid Aria talked about distrust on youth’s capabilities, lack of self-confidence and economic &

political challenges before youth and said, “Youth must strengthen their self-confidence and build

relation with different people in society.”

Ahamd Khalid Weqar, one of the successful youths of the year, thanked FEFA for introducing

successful youths of the years and said, “Economic problems is the biggest challenges before

youths are economic challenges, lack of access to education, insecurity and ethnic discrimination.”

He said that his vision is entering the parliament as representative of people to share the demands

of youths with government.

Ahmad Nasir Ayran, another successful young figure of the year, said, “Studying sociology,

understanding the situation of country and vulnerability of political situation of the country are the

reason of my presence in civil society of Afghanistan.” He added that his commitment and believes

to his goals inspire him to go forward and try more. He urged the government and civil society to

strengthen youth political participation, strengthen good governance and social justice in the

country.

Bashir Ahmad Qassani, an active Afghan journalist, said, “Poverty, unemployment and addiction

to narcotics are the biggest challenges before youth. Youth are successful when they can overcome

these challenges.” He added that since establishment of the National Unity Government the

percentage of youth appointment in political seats have increased and youth presence is seen

among ministers, ambassadors, deputy ministers and governors.” He added that Afghanistan is not

an ideal country for youth but youth must live here and change it to an ideal country.

Pamir Asas, another successful young figure of the year, said that the reason of his success is

having strong well. He added that youth must use the existed education opportunities. He also said

that youth must have strong decision and alternate programs in life.

Rangina Kargar talked about the challenges a young lady face during electoral campaign and said,

“The Afghan ladies cannot have political activities until their families do not let them.” She added

that during her electoral campaign she was threatened.”

Sultan Shah Safari another successful young figure of the years said that he face many problems

as a refugee and explained the story of his life. He has written many legal books and articles and

translated text books into Pashtu.

Shir Mohammad Entezar considers the experiences of his life as important lessons he learned

through his life. He said that there is distrust about capabilities of youth in Afghan society.

Sabri Ander said her that her physical disability has deprived her from many things but on the

other hand it inspire her to try more and it is the reason of her success. Mrs. Ander has always

fought with the challenges of her life and overcome the challenges. She has always attract the

attention of officials to youth’s problems and challenges.

Mr. Nazari talked about youth challenges and said, “Youth must stand against challenges.” He has

been working with the institutions which work for youth for more than a decade and said that youth

are the main factor of development and growth of society.

Mrs. Kawita Seddiqi said that the young generation of Afghanistan must not stop making attempts

due to bad situation. She added that young generation must find solutions for problems. She said

that lack of solidarity between youth is the main reason of mustiness of youth.

Miss. Mariam Hussaini another successful young figure of the year has passed a long time in

abroad and faced a lot of problems. She said, “I had a lot of problems in my life but never gave

up.” Her vision and program is having political activities.

Manizha Ramizi thanked FEFA for her selection

as a successful young figure of the year and said

such programs pave the ground for exchange of

experiences between youth. She introduces

herself as her life champion who have never

waited for others to do something for her. She

said that when young ladies enter the world of

politics, they face many problems. She believes

decades of civil war marginalized young

generation from politics and decision makings.

Her vision is strengthening women political

participation.

Mr. Noor Wali Akhpelwakh another successful young figure of the year emphasized on youth

economic self-sufficiency and said, “Until young generation are not economically self-sufficient,

they cannot make the right decision.” He believes that unity between youth can lead to youth

success.

Wakman Amin Safi another successful young figure of the year said, “Youth political participation

is a must and youth must trust in God and his prophet and strengthen their self-confidence.” He

recommended the government to handle youth’s problems.

Fahim Sediqqi who was introduced as a

successful young figure last year talked about

importance of program of introducing

successful young figures of the year and said,

“Through this program youths are appreciated

every year.” he added that the program

encourage youth and strengthen their political

participation.

At the end of the conference, Mohammad

Yousuf Rasheed, the executive director of

FEFA presented certificates of appreciation to all 17 successful young figures of the year.

Women and youth outreach held a conference( interdiction of successful young figures of the year

) on 24 December 2017

Free & Fair Election Forum of Afghanistan (FEFA) held a conference on 27 December , 2017

titled ‘Introduction of Successful Youths of the

Year’ in Safi Land-Mark Hotel. The objective

of this conference was introduction of 12

successful youths of the year. The

representatives of presidency and chief

executive office, representatives of political

parties and civil society organizations,

representatives of international organizations,

some MPs and senators, university students and

youth rights activists attended this conference.

.

Objective:

Commendation of good and goodness is a proper culture. As, we criticize the improper works, we

must appreciate the hard works and achievements too. Appreciating those who have achievements

indicate our attention to them and their achievements. Appreciating youth for their achievements

encourage them to try more and work hard. Young period is spring time of human life. When

people become old they talk about their youngest and

advice the youth to understand the value of their life.

Youth have a lot energy and capability therefore their

life is different from others. Attempts for creating

arts, invention and creativity are the main

characteristics of this period.

Youth are the main factor of development in

communities. Whereas, Afghanistan is a young

society, youth presence and their achievements is

tangible. Thousands of youth go to schools and get ready for participating the university entrance

exam to enter universities and academic

institutions. Similarly, many others attend

universities and try to take part in reconstruction

and rebuilding of Afghanistan. Youth are the

main supporters of democracy in Afghanistan

and take part in democratic processes. Millions

of youth went to ballot boxes in elections and

casted their votes to play their role in political

fate of their country. A considerable number of

those work in media are youth, many social

Figure 1 successful young figures of the year

Figure 2participants during the conference

Figure 3 young figures of the year

media are run by youth and this is youth

who try to take part in development of

Afghanistan and nation building. On the

other hand, thousands of youth are

members of security forces of

Afghanistan and defend their people and

country against the terrorism. They have

paved the ground of a calm life for their

people by standing against the enemies

of Afghanistan. Likewise, many other

youth have raised the flag of

Afghanistan in international sports

fields.

Introduction of the successful youths of the year is an initiative taken by FEFA in the country. The

objective of this program is identification and introduction of successful youths and convincing

them to take part in political processes and decision makings. The youths who have considerable

achievement in democratic fields are appreciated through this program and their biography along

with all their activities are published in a book.

Contents

The conference began by recitation of

some verses of Holy Quran and playing of

the National Anthem. Then, Mr.

Mohammad Yousuf Rasheed, executive

director of FEFA delivered the opening

remarks and said, “Nowadays, youths face

several economic, political and social

problems but they must not be

disappointed because beside these

problems, there are educational and job

opportunities for them as

Subsequently, Aqa Mohmad talked about the challenges before youth and said, “Distrust about

youth’s capabilities have disappointed many youth and negatively impacted them. Youth must not

scare of failure in life.”

Figure 4 committee during the conference

Figure 5 appreciation of young figures

Jabran Lorand talked about distrust on youth’s capabilities, lack of self-confidence and economic

& political challenges before youth and said, “Youth must strengthen their self-confidence and

build relation with different people in society.” And he added youth deputy of affairs doesn’t have

good paln for youth.

Hazbuallah Baryal , one of the successful youths of the year, thanked FEFA for introducing

successful youths of the years and asked youth for volunteerism he added if we build our selfies

we can build our society .

Sonia Kakar, another successful young

figure of the year, said, “Studying

sociology, understanding the situation of

country and vulnerability of political

situation of the country are the reason of my

presence in civil society of Afghanistan.”

He added that his commitment and believes

to his goals inspire him to go forward and

try more. He urged the government and

civil society to strengthen youth political

participation, strengthen good governance

and social justice in the country.

Shafi Krimi , an active Afghan journalist, said, “Poverty, unemployment and addiction to narcotics

are the biggest challenges before youth. Youth are successful when they can overcome these

challenges.” He added that since establishment of the National Unity Government the percentage

of youth appointment in political seats have increased and youth presence is seen among ministers,

ambassadors, deputy ministers and governors.”

He added that Afghanistan is not an ideal country

for youth but youth must live here and change it

to an ideal country.

Safia Sayas, another successful young figure of

the year, said that the reason of his success is

having strong well. She added that youth must

use the existed education opportunities. She also

said that youth must have strong decision and

alternate programs in life.

Fatima Karimi talked about the challenges a young lady face during electoral campaign and said,

“The Afghan ladies cannot have political activities until their families do not let them.

Figure 6 appreciation of young figures

Figure 7 group photo

Farhad Beharoz another successful young figure of the years said that Youth political participation

is a must and youth must trust in God and his prophet and strengthen their self-confidence.” He

recommended the government to handle youth’s problems.

Wazhma Hakimi said that the young generation of Afghanistan must not stop making attempts

due to bad situation. She added that young generation must find solutions for problems. She said

that lack of solidarity between youth is the main reason of mustiness of youth.

At the end of the conference, Mohammad Yousuf Rasheed, the executive director of FEFA, Qadar

Zazai representative of Wolsi Jirga Farid Mazdak representative of youth parliament and Astad

Aman Kabul university lecturer presented certificates and awards of appreciation to all 12

successful young figures of the year.