Afghanistan Open University (AOU)

About Us

Founder

Dr. Hamidullah Attaullah Afghan

Dr. Hamidullah Attaullah Afghan

Founder of Afghanistan Open University (AOU)

Dr. Hamidullah Afghan is a distinguished Afghan scholar and engineer, renowned for his dedication to advancing education and development in Afghanistan. He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering (Tragwerksplanung) from Eindhoven University of Technology (TU Eindhoven) in the Netherlands, where he also contributed to the innovative ReCreate project. As a DAAD scholar from 2015 to 2017, Dr. Afghan gained extensive international academic experience and expertise, which he now channels into his pioneering work with the Afghanistan Open University (AOU). Under his visionary leadership, AOU strives to provide accessible, high-quality education to Afghan youth, empowering them to contribute meaningfully to their country’s future. Dr. Hamidullah Afghan’s commitment to education, research, and community development makes him a leading figure in Afghanistan’s academic and social landscape.

Co-founders

Dr. Freba Olime

Dr. Freba Olime

Co-Founder of Afghanistan Open University (AOU)

Dr. Freba Olime is a dedicated Afghan academic and education leader, passionately committed to advancing knowledge and empowering Afghan students. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree specializing in …

Nasiba Akram-Haidari (OAM)

Nasiba Akram-Haidari (OAM)

Co-Founder of Afghanistan Open University (AOU)

Has a background in Journalism, Education, Accounting, Community and Charity work. She has a BA in Journalism, a Diploma in Community Coordination. Founder and Director of Yassna foundation, founder of …

Mr. Naim Atarud

Mr. Naim Atarud

Co-Founder & Dean of the Business Faculty (AOU)

Mr. Naim Atarud is a visionary Afghan author, entrepreneur, and academic leader with extensive expertise in growth, innovation, and strategic thinking. He holds a Doctorate in Management Studies, three master’s …

Eng. Attiqullah Qauomi

Eng. Attiqullah Qauomi

Co-Founder of Afghanistan Open University (AOU)

Attiqullah Qauomi is an experienced educator and one of the Co-Founders of Afghanistan Open University. With a strong background in teaching Kankor preparation and Amazon business courses, he has empowered …

Ms. Sadia Qayumi

Ms. Sadia Qayumi

Co-Founder & Academic Officer (AOU)

Sadia Qayumi is a dedicated Afghan and currently serves as the Academic Officer and one of the Co-Founders of Afghanistan Open University (AOU). She is pursuing her Bachelor of Business …

Ms. Soma Fahim

Ms. Soma Fahim

Co-Founder & Head of Medicine Department (AOU)

Soma Fahim is a dedicated medical professional and Co-Founder of Afghanistan Open University. She graduated from Herat University with a background in medicine and currently serves as the Head of …

Mr. Wazirgul Anis

Mr. Wazirgul Anis

Co-Founder & Academic Leader (AOU)

Mr. Wazirgul Anis is an experienced academic and governance professional with a Master’s in International Relations and a Bachelor’s in Law and Political Science. He has served as Chancellor of …

Assistant Professor Ziaullah Momand

Assistant Professor Ziaullah Momand

Co-Founder & Dean of the Computer Science faculty ( AOU )

Assist. Professor Ziaullah Momand is a Co-Founder of Afghanistan Open University and an AI Senior Researcher at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Thailand. He is also a faculty …

Mr. Barakatullah Daanesh

Mr. Barakatullah Daanesh

Co-Founder (AOU)

Mr. Barakatullah Daanesh is a Co-Founder of Afghanistan Open University and an experienced educator with a strong background in medical sciences. A pharmacy graduate fluent in Dari, Pashto, and English, …

Ms. Ruqaiya Ishaq Allana

Ms. Ruqaiya Ishaq Allana

Co-Founder & Dean of English Language and Literature, (AOU)

Ms. Ruqaiya Ishaq Allana is a Co-Founder of Afghanistan Open University and serves as the Dean of the Faculty of English Language and Literature. She has extensive experience in English …

Partners

Aerocadet
Aerocadet
Afghanistan Open University is proud to announce its official partnership with Aerocadet, a leading international aviation training provider. This collaboration provides Afghan students with access t
Afghan Peace and Unity Movement e.V.
Afghan Peace and Unity Movement e.V.
Afghanistan Open University (AOU) is honored to partner with the Afghan Peace and Unity Movement e.V., a Germany-based non-profit organization dedicated to promoting peace, education, and social devel
Empowered Mind Organization
Empowered Mind Organization
A strategic educational partnership between Afghanistan Open University (AOU) and Empowered Mind Organization to advance academic excellence, mental empowerment, and equitable access to quality educat
Partnership with Symbiosis University — In Progress
Partnership with Symbiosis University — In Progress
Afghanistan Open University is proudly working toward establishing an academic partnership with Symbiosis University, one of India’s most respected institutions known for its international standards i
Partnership with UTS – In Progress
Partnership with UTS – In Progress
Afghanistan Open University is proudly in the process of establishing an academic partnership with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) one of the world’s leading institutions in education, resea
SHG Academy (Singapore)
SHG Academy (Singapore)
SHG Academy is an educational and corporate development institution based in Singapore, dedicated to empowering learners and organizations through innov
Saylor Academy
Saylor Academy
Afghanistan Open University (AOU) is honored to be an official academic partner of Saylor Academy, a United States based non-profit organization committed to providing free, open-access, and high-qual
Unicaf University
Unicaf University
Afghanistan Open University (AOU) is proud to partner with Unicaf Ltd, a leading global education platform offering internationally recognized Bachelor’s, Master’