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Farhat Azami

Social Worker / Project Manager / Interpreter
Vienna

Summary

Social Worker / Counselor / Interpreter / Project manager

Multilingual social worker and international advocate with extensive experience in leading cross-border human rights initiatives, project coordination, and policy advocacy. Proven ability to build coalitions, manage complex multi-stakeholder efforts, and deliver high-impact education and advocacy campaigns under restrictive regimes. Founder of an underground education network for Afghan girls, and active voice in global movements to codify gender apartheid under international law. Driven by a commitment to dismantling systemic injustice and ensuring access to education, safety, and voice for all girls.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

President and Speaker

Solidarity Group Afghanistan
11.2021 - 07.2025
  • Lead a grassroots association advancing women’s rights in Afghanistan and advocating for refugee protection in Austria.
  • Founded and manage 17+ underground schools across provinces, reaching 400+ girls with transformative, resistance-based education.
  • Design and implement sustainable initiatives empowering women with skills for economic independence.
  • Organize high-level conferences in Vienna to spotlight Afghan resistance and influence international policy.

Advocacy and consultancy

Women without Borders, EndGenderApartheid, NGOs
08.2021 - 07.2025
  • Collaborated with women protesters of Afghanistan to document testimonies for international legal use
  • Facilitated and authored a forthcoming joint publication on resistance to apartheid with women of Afghanistan and South African activists
  • Translated and transcribed testimonies for ICC and ICJ documentation efforts
  • Liaised between women of Afghanistan (in-country and in exile) and international NGOs, politicians, and advocacy networks

Political and Public affairs officer (Internship)

Embassy and Mission of Afghanistan in Austria
06.2025 - Current
  • Monitoring and analysing political developments and legislative changes
  • Drafting political briefings, reports, and memos for senior diplomats
  • Supported bilateral and multilateral engagements and coordination
  • Assisting in preparing and organizing high-level political meetings and visits
  • Conducting research on foreign policy, security, and human rights issues

Administrative officer

Vienna Process for a Democratic Afghanistan
12.2023 - Current
  • Coordinating high-level convenings and strategy sessions in Vienna
  • Drafting agendas, briefing materials, and background papers
  • Engaging with Afghan and international stakeholders to build coalitions
  • Shaping the narrative and advocacy positioning of the Process
  • Ensuring inclusion of women’s voices and resistance movements

Social Worker

Diakonie Counselling Center
07.2021 - Current
  • Provide confidential counseling and legal guidance to refugee women facing domestic violence, mental health challenges, and legal barriers
  • Support clients in navigating family law, immigration, and social service systems in Farsi and German (with interpreters)
  • Advocate for mothers in child welfare cases and assist women in financial distress by connecting them to resources
  • Facilitate skills-building workshops and support groups to promote resilience and self-sufficiency
  • Liaise with courts, agencies, and service providers; maintain case documentation and ensure compliance with legal standards
  • Build referral networks to connect clients with shelters, healthcare, and employment services

Legal Translator

Diakonie Legal Counselling
Innsbruck
03.2018 - 06.2021
  • Provided culturally sensitive Farsi-German interpretation during court hearings for Afghan and Iranian refugees
  • Translated legal documents, testimonies, and procedures to support fair and clear communication
  • Assisted legal teams with filings, case prep, and immigration applications
  • Explained legal rights and appeal processes to clients, reducing confusion and anxiety
  • Conducted legal research to support strategy and ensured all translations met legal standards
  • Built trust with clients through empathy and cultural understanding

Volunteer

Shalom Alaikum - Jewish Aid for Refugees
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Provided interpretation for refugees across legal, medical, and educational settings
  • Assisted with immigration interview prep and translated legal documents
  • Facilitated communication during medical and school appointments
  • Helped refugees access community resources and navigate systems
  • Built trust through cultural sensitivity and empathetic support

Education

Expert in NPO- Management -

University of Applied Sciences
Vienna

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Vienna

One Year of Law Studies

University of Innsbruck

Diakonie Academy Certificates -

Diakonie Academy

Parenting for Peace Trainer -

Women without Borders

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
German
Native
Persian
Native
French
Intermediate
Hindi
Intermediate

Timeline

Political and Public affairs officer (Internship)

Embassy and Mission of Afghanistan in Austria
06.2025 - Current

Administrative officer

Vienna Process for a Democratic Afghanistan
12.2023 - Current

President and Speaker

Solidarity Group Afghanistan
11.2021 - 07.2025

Advocacy and consultancy

Women without Borders, EndGenderApartheid, NGOs
08.2021 - 07.2025

Social Worker

Diakonie Counselling Center
07.2021 - Current

Legal Translator

Diakonie Legal Counselling
03.2018 - 06.2021

Volunteer

Shalom Alaikum - Jewish Aid for Refugees
01.2016 - 01.2019

Expert in NPO- Management -

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Vienna

One Year of Law Studies

University of Innsbruck

Diakonie Academy Certificates -

Diakonie Academy

Parenting for Peace Trainer -

Women without Borders

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