Dr. Rahela Kaveer

Chair, World Hazara Council & Women’s Empowerment Leader

Dr. Rahela Kaveer is Chair of the World Hazara Council and a fearless advocate for women’s rights, education, and social justice in Afghanistan. A visionary leader born in Mazar, she founded the Afghan Women Empowerment Organization, where she has provided hundreds of women with literacy, vocational training, and sustainable livelihoods—often in regions impacted by poverty and conflict. Through initiatives in aquaculture and animal husbandry, she has created alternatives to poppy farming while fostering dignity and economic independence. A graduate of the Peace Through Business program, Dr. Kaveer’s work continues to uplift marginalized communities and amplify Hazara voices on the global stage.