Nooda Badghisi

Date of birth: 13/06/2000 Nationality: Afghan Gender: Female Phone number:

(+93) 798699566 (Mobile) Email address: [email protected] LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nooda-nikan WhatsApp Messenger: 0093798699566

Address: Ferdawsi street, 3004, Herat, Afghanistan (Home)

ABOUT ME

As a graduate in Law and Political Science, I have engaged extensively in both national and international
competitions and projects that tackle pivotal issues, including peace, gender equality, and international law.
These endeavors have significantly enriched my expertise while refining my proficiency in accuracy, debate,
problem-solving, and collaborative teamwork. My multilingual skills have further facilitated my engagement
with diverse global perspectives. Through my engagement with emerging leaders, especially youth, I have
cultivated a deep sense of optimism and a steadfast dedication to fostering meaningful change. I am resolutely
committed to advancing progress both within my nation and across the global community.

WORK EXPERIENCE

01/11/2023 – CURRENT
FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER SELF-EMPLOYED

• Graphic Design: Created visually compelling designs for various mediums, including digital, and social media,
utilizing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Motion Graphics: Produced dynamic motion graphics and animations for promotional videos, advertisements,
and presentations using tools like Adobe After Effects and Inshot.
• Branding and Identity: Developed cohesive branding materials, including logos, business cards, and marketing
collateral, helping clients establish a strong visual identity.
• Technical Skills: Leveraged expertise in industry-standard software to execute projects efficiently and creatively,
staying current with design trends and technologies.
(3 hours/week)

20/05/2023 – 20/06/2023 online, United States

DISPATCHER UNITED MOTORS, EVERGREEN LINE

• Efficient Coordination: Managed complex scheduling and routing tasks for freight shipments, ensuring seamless
operations. I utilized strategic planning to mitigate disruptions and guarantee timely deliveries, directly
contributing to the efficiency and reliability of service.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Addressed on-the-spot operational challenges, from rerouting due to unforeseen
circumstances to coordinating last-minute shipments, demonstrating adaptability and a high level of composure
under pressure.
• Enhanced Communication: Served as the key liaison between various stakeholders, facilitating transparent and
continuous communication channels. This approach significantly improved coordination efforts, customer
satisfaction, and the overall effectiveness of logistical operations.
(40 hours/week)

Business or Sector Transportation and storage Department transportation

01/12/2022 – 01/05/2023 Herat, Afghanistan

HOME-BASED ACADEMY FOUNDER AND EDUCATOR SELF-INITIATED

• Curriculum Design and Instruction: Established a home-based academy after the Taliban takeover and the
closure of formal academies, providing a safe and accessible learning environment for school students in need.
• Curriculum Design and Instruction: Developed and delivered lessons across multiple subjects, creating tailored
curricula to meet the diverse educational needs of students in a context where formal education was disrupted.
• Student Mentorship and Support: Provided mentorship and emotional support, fostering hope and resilience
among students during a period of significant upheaval and uncertainty.
 • Motivational Guidance: Encouraged and motivated students to pursue their education, instilling determination
and optimism about their future prospects despite the adverse conditions.
• Progress Monitoring and Feedback: Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing
constructive feedback to enhance academic performance and personal growth.
(7 hours/week)

01/04/2020 – 01/10/2022 Herat, Afghanistan

VICE PRESIDENT OF HERAT UNIVERSITY DEBATE CLUB APT (AFGHANS FOR PROGRESSIVE THINKING)

• Comprehensive Training: Developed and led a comprehensive debate training program for university students,
emphasizing argument formation, critical thinking, and effective communication. My strategic approach
equipped participants with the skills needed to construct and present compelling arguments in a competitive
academic environment.
• Skill Development Workshops: Hosted interactive workshops focusing on public speaking, persuasive
communication, and structured rebuttals. These sessions aimed to enhance students' confidence and
eloquence, crucial for their success in local, national, and international debate forums.
• Simulation Debates: Arranged and directed simulation debates to provide students with a practical, pressure-
simulated environment, mirroring actual competitions. These activities were essential for students to apply their
skills, assess their performance, and strategize improvements based on constructive feedback.
• Social Media management: creating and overseeing social campaigns, producing content and rendering Club's
weekly activities.
(4 hours/week)

07/12/2021 – 01/05/2022 online, India

ASSOCIATE ACADEMIC COORDINATOR LEGAL WIND (WORLD IN DISCOURSE)

• Legal Writing Assistance: Guiding students through the process of drafting and composing legal articles, offering
expert feedback to enhance the quality and coherence of their work.
• Editorial Review: Conducting thorough reviews and edits of written submissions to ensure precision, clarity, and
adherence to legal standards and guidelines.
• Applicant Support: Responding to inquiries from applicants with detailed and prompt information, addressing
concerns, and providing assistance throughout the application process.
• New Hire Documentation Management: Overseeing the completion and verification of all necessary
documentation for new hires, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
(3 hours/week)

27/05/2021 – 15/08/2021 Herat, Afghanistan

MOOT COURT COACH AVAN (AFGHANISTAN VIS ALUMNI NETWORK)

• Vis Moot Team Coaching: Mentoring Herat University's Vis Moot team in 2021 to enhance their expertise and
skills in arbitration, providing strategic insights and support to improve performance.
• Event Planning and Preparation: Assisting with the organization and coordination of student teams'
participation, ensuring thorough preparation and effective execution of moot court activities.
• Submission and Meeting Coordination: Establishing a structured schedule for the submission of written work
and organizing regular team meetings to facilitate the drafting and review process.
• Written Contribution Review: Analyzing and providing constructive feedback on written contributions and legal
memorandums, ensuring they meet the required standards and effectively address key issues.
• Oral Exercise Coordination: Arranging and overseeing the team's oral advocacy exercises, scheduling frequent
group meetings to support the development and refinement of pleading skills.
• Team Support and Inquiry Management: Offering regular support to address team inquiries, assisting in the
enhancement of advocacy skills and providing guidance to improve overall performance.
(30+ hours/week)

01/12/2019 – 01/08/2020 Herat, Afghanistan

MUN COACH HELA(HOPE FOR EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP IN AFGHANISTAN)

• Delegation Training and Preparation: Coaching and preparing student delegates for MUN conferences by
teaching them about United Nations procedures, negotiation tactics, and effective public speaking skills.
• Research and Policy Guidance: Assisting delegates in conducting in-depth research on their assigned countries
or topics, providing guidance on relevant international issues, policies, and historical contexts to ensure
informed and credible representation.
• Position Paper Development: Overseeing the drafting and refinement of position papers, offering feedback to
enhance their quality, clarity, and alignment with the delegate’s assigned country’s policies and interests.
 • Mock Sessions and Practice Debates: Organizing and facilitating mock sessions and practice debates to simulate
MUN conference environments, helping delegates develop and refine their negotiation and diplomacy skills.
• Conference Strategy Formulation: Developing strategic approaches for delegates’ participation, including
drafting action plans, formulating negotiation strategies, and identifying key allies and opposition within the
conference framework.

(2 hours/week)

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

13/09/2024 – 01/09/2025
MASTER OF HUMAN RIGHTS AND DEMOCRATIZATION University of Yerevan State & American University
of Central Asia

Level in EQF EQF level 7

01/07/2024 – CURRENT Online, United Kingdom

WHAT IS INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS LAW The university of kent - Future Learn Program

Website https://www.futurelearn.com/

21/06/2023 – CURRENT Online, United Kingdom

GRAPHIC DESIGN COURSE VAND Design Institution

Website https://vandint.co.uk/

12/04/2023 – CURRENT Online, Pakistan

ARABIC LANGUAGE COURSE Faizan Online Academy

12/10/2023 – 30/07/2024 Herat, Afghanistan

GRAPHIC MOTION Code To Inspire (CTI)

Website https://www.codetoinspire.org/

01/09/2023 – 05/10/2023 Onine, United Kingdom

JURISPRUDENCE: INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF LAW University of Surry- Future Learn
program

Website https://www.futurelearn.com/

01/09/2023 – 22/09/2023 Online, United Kingdom

DEFENDING DIGNITY: THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS Amnesty international UK -
Future Learn Program

Website https://www.futurelearn.com/

01/10/2018 – 01/10/2022 Herat, Afghanistan

BACHELOR OF LAW AND POLITICAL SCIENCE Heart university

• Legal subjects (Constitutional law, Islamic law, Financial law, Labor law, Environmental law..)
• Political studies ( History of political thoughts, Political sociology, Political geography, Diplomatic etiquettes..)
• Relevant studies (Peace and conflict resolution, Renovation and development, Principles of development,
Administrative and management..)
• Secondary subjects (Research methods, Writing methods, French, Computer..

Website https://hu.edu.af/ Field of study Law and political science Final grade 88% Level in EQF EQF level 6

National classification Bachelor Type of credits Credit Hours (CH) Number of credits Cumulative Credit Hours (CCH): 2288

Thesis Enforcement of International Commercial Arbitral Awards in Afghanistan Legal Context (New York Convention)
21/03/2022 – 22/08/2022
AFGHANISTAN CONSTITUTIONAL LAW MOOT COURT TRAINING PACT and ACMCC oraganizations

Afghanistan Constitutional Law Moot Court Training was held by the Peace Access and Commonwealth Training
Organization (PACT) and the Afghanistan Constitutional Moot Court Competition Organization (ACMCC) for Law and
Sharia Faculty students in Afghanistan. Students, scholars, judges, college instructors, defense attorneys, and other
participants "voluntarily" come together as part of the Constitutional Law Moot Court program to discuss and
investigate important national and worldwide constitutional laws and their advancement concerns.

Website https://www.facebook.com/ACMCC.ORG/xt Field of study Law

11/02/2022 – 25/05/2022 Online, United States

APPROACHES TO AFGHANISTAN Bennington College

Website https://www.bennington.edu/

28/01/2022 – 10/03/2022 Online, United States

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM APT and University of Texas

This was a 14 sessions Leadership development program organized by APT (Afghans for Progressive Thinking) with the
support of University of Texas-Arlington.

Website https://aptyouth.org/

01/12/2021 – 01/02/2022 Online, Australia

MONASH PEER MENTORING FOR AFGHAN YOUNG WOMEN Monash University

Website https://www.monash.edu/

01/10/2018 – 01/12/2020 Herat, Afghanistan

360+ HOURS FRENCH LANGUAGE COURSE French Center of Herat University

01/07/2020 – 31/07/2020 Online, Afghanistan

LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM APT(Afghans for Progressive Thinking)

Website https://aptyouth.org/

31/12/2019 – 30/03/2020 Herat, Afghanistan

90 HOURS TOFEL SESSIONS Erteqa English Academy

Website https://www.facebook.com/eenglishtube/

01/09/2018 – 21/09/2019 Herat, Afghanistan

365+ HOURS ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE Erteqa English Academy

Website https://www.facebook.com/eenglishtube/

01/04/2006 – 22/12/2017 Herat, Afghanistan

BACCALAUREATE DEGREE Gawharshad high school

Field of study Education Final grade Graduation score percentage: 98%

01/04/2012 – 01/04/2014 Herat, Afghanistan

730 HOURS ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE Kawesh Elm

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Mother tongue(s): PERSIAN

Other language(s):

UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING

Listening Reading Spoken production Spoken interaction

ENGLISH C1 B2 C1 C1 C1
 UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING

Listening Reading Spoken production Spoken interaction

FRENCH A2 A2 A2 A2 A2

PASHTO B1 B1 A2 A2 A2

ARABIC A2 B1 A2 A2 A2

Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user; B1 and B2: Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user

DIGITAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Adobe Illustrator Social Media including Facebook , WhatsApp
and Twitter Video conferencing Adobe Photoshop adobe after effect

CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS

06/07/2022 – 06/07/2022 Online

Afghan Youth Voices and Higher Education roundtable

To continue supporting Afghan female and male students and their advocacy efforts, the Adolescents and Youth
Working Group (AYWG), in collaboration with UNESCO, UNFPA, and the Network of Former Youth Delegates to the
United Nations, organized a series of Round Table Discussions. These discussions aimed to explore Afghan youth
perceptions, ideas, and innovations related to access to higher education.

04/02/2022 – 04/02/2022 Online

Advocacy Group for Afghanistan: Post-Taliban Student Challenges

The Network of Former Youth Delegates to the United Nations formed the Advocacy Group for Afghanistan. During the
conference, seven students from various Afghan cities addressed the challenges faced by Afghan students since the
Taliban's takeover. Attendees included UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth Ms. Jayathma Wickramanayake, the
Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Slovakia to the UN, the UNICEF Executive Board Vice President for 2022,
UNFPA Afghanistan’s Youth Community Mobilization Specialist, and representatives from Bard College Berlin,
Bennington College Center for the Advancement of Public Action, and the Gerda Henkel Foundation, alongside current
and former UN Youth Delegates.
An Open Letter endorsed by 20 organizations and 150 human rights activists from 39 countries was sent to the UN
Secretary-General, prompting the UN Human Rights Council to establish a Special Rapporteur on Afghanistan on
October 7, 2021.

17/12/2020 – 17/12/2020 Herat

Herat Youth Conference (Think Big)

The Herat Youth Conference (Think Big), organized by the Afghanistan Economic and Legal Studies Organization
(AELSO) in collaboration with the White Assembly, focused on themes of human rights, liberty, democracy, and
prosperity. The conference attracted over 300 participants, predominantly youth and university students.

06/11/2020 – 06/11/2020 Herat

Afghan Youth Representative's Consultative Meeting with Youth

When the Afghan Youth Representative to the UN was given the opportunity to address the global stage in Security
Council, she convened meetings with Afghan students to gather their insights and address their concerns. The
students were organized into groups, each tasked with analyzing specific societal issues, developing solutions, and
presenting their findings and perspectives with the representative.

17/02/2020 – 17/02/2020 Herat

I AM GENERATION EQUALITY: Realizing Women's Rights

This symposium on women's empowerment, hosted by UN Women, focused on the topic of "Technology and Women."
It was attended by Afghan youth, the Afghan Youth Delegate to the United Nations for 2020, and the UN Women
Representative in Afghanistan.

28/08/2019 – 01/09/2019 Kabul

AFMUN XI - Empowering Afghan Youth
The Afghanistan Model United Nations (AFMUN) was one of the largest and most prestigious Model UN conferences in
the country, dedicated to empowering youth in Afghanistan. On this occasion, HELA proudly hosted its 11th edition,
AFMUN XI, which was one of the largest MUN conferences to date. The event brought together 150 young leaders from
Kabul, Balkh, Herat, and Nangarhar provinces, with support from UNODC, UNIMPACT, the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, and
other esteemed partners.

03/07/2019 – 04/07/2019 Herat

Afghanistan and the ways of last of Modernization

The conference was organized by the Herat Professionals Shura (PS) in collaboration with the Political Science Faculty
of Kahkashan-e-Sharq Institute of Higher Education in Herat Province.

03/03/2018 – 04/03/2018 Herat

Public Lecture Session on Afghan Constitution

The conference was organized by the Hamida Barmaki Organization for the Rule of Law (HBORL) in Herat Province,
with support from Open Society Afghanistan.

HONOURS AND AWARDS

02/03/2022
Participant, Peace and Justice Debate Tournament – Monash GPS, MIAS, APT

Participated in the Peace and Justice Debate Tournament organized by Monash GPS (Monash Gender, Peace, and
Security Center), MIAS (Monash International Affairs Society), and APT (Afghans for Progressive Thinking). The debate,
involving students from Monash University, focused on "providing humanitarian aid to Afghans following the collapse
of the Taliban regime."

01/04/2021
Best Student Award – Herat University

I was honored as one of the best students of Herat University by the respective boards, in recognition of my
outstanding performances in extracurricular programs such as the Vis Moot, debate competitions, and Model United
Nations (MUN), all offered by my faculty, Law and Political Science.

21/03/2021
Participant, 18th Vis East International Commercial Arbitration Moot & 2nd Virtual Vis East Moot –
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)

Represented Afghanistan in this prestigious international arbitration competitions held in Hong Kong.

27/02/2021
Quarter-Finalist, 11th Annual Vis Middle East International Commercial Arbitration Pre-Moot – BCDR,
CLDP, CILE

Represented Afghanistan and qualified for the quarter-finals among 44 teams from 24 countries. This program was
organized by the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR-AAA), the Commercial Law Development Program of
the U.S. Department of Commerce (CLDP), and the Center for International Legal Education at the University of
Pittsburgh School of Law (CILE).

04/12/2020
Best Speaker of Gender Equality and Peace debate tournament – APT (Afghans for Progressive
Thinking)

I received the award for being the Best Speaker in the Gender Equality and Peace debate, organized by APT with
support from UN Women, among female participants from Herat city, Afghanistan.

27/11/2020
Chair, General Assembly Committee, Afghanistan National Model United Nations (AFMUN)
Competition – HELA

At the AFMUN 2020 (Afghanistan Model United Nations) National Conference, organized by HELA (Hope for Education
and Leadership) with support from UNODC, UNIMPACT, the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, and other partners, I served as the
Chair of the General Assembly committee. In this role, I led the committee, guided delegates through discussions, and
ensured that the meeting adhered to both the schedule and the agenda.
02/10/2020
Best Claimant Oralist – AVAN (Afghanistan Vis Alumni Network)

I was recognized as the Best Claimant Oralist at the 7th Annual Afghanistan National Vis Arbitration Moot Competition,
organized by AVAN with support from the Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) of the U.S. Department of
Commerce and the Afghanistan Center for Commercial Dispute Resolution (ACDR).

21/08/2020
Chair, WHO Committee, Herat Provincial Model United Nations (MUN) Competition – HELA

At the Herat Provincial Conference of AFMUN 2020 (Afghanistan Model United Nations), organized by HELA (Hope for
Education and Leadership) with support from UNODC, UNIMPACT, the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, and other partners, I
served as the Chair of the World Health Organization Committee. In this role, I facilitated the debate and managed the
conference proceedings to ensure a productive and orderly meeting.

05/05/2020
Best Speaker, Peace and Justice Debate Tournament – Herat university peace studies association

Recognized as Best Speaker at the Peace and Justice Debate Tournament, organized by the Herat University Peace
Studies Association.

VOLUNTEERING

01/04/2022 – 01/12/2022 Herat

Founder, Book Club

Established a book club under the supervision of the "Student Services" department of the Law and Political Science
faculty at Herat University in response to the restrictions imposed on women's activities following the Taliban's
takeover. With many extracurricular programs halted and student morale low, the book club provided a crucial
platform for students to engage in discussions in a secure environment. By setting a weekly book and hosting weekend
discussions, we explored the author’s perspectives and related them to our own experiences, fostering hope and
solidarity among students during a challenging period. This experience was profoundly meaningful and impactful.

01/10/2020 – 15/08/2021 Herat University, Faculty of Law and Political Science

Member, Students Capacity-Building Committee

Contributed as a member of the Students Capacity-Building Committee, a branch of Herat University's Student
Association. The committee was established by students to provide fellow students with access to training and
conferences aimed at enhancing extracurricular skills in areas such as research, advocacy, and debate.

26/10/2020 – 30/10/2020 Herat

Co-Organizer, Herai Debate Tournament

Coordinated the Herai Debate Tournament, themed "The Youth Towards Leadership," involving students from Herat
University, Jami University, and Galib University. Supported and funded by APT (Afghans for Progressive Thinking), the
tournament featured Parliament-style debates focusing on human rights and gender equality.

PUBLICATIONS

2024
Broken Dreams: The Psychological Impact of the Taliban Rule on Afghan Girls

"Broken Dreams: The Psychological Impact of the Taliban Rule on Afghan Girls " is a collection of essays authored by
Afghan women living under Taliban rule in Afghanistan. In collaboration with my fellow Afghan women, I co-authored
this research, which was published by Monash University's Global, Peace, and Security Center.

2022
What factors led to the collapse of the government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan? How
influential were each of these factors?

"What factors led to the collapse of the government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan? How influential were each
of these factors? " is a chapter of a lager research paper named " Six Months Later" which was made on Afghanistan six
months after the Taliban's return to power, by twenty-one young women in Melbourne, Kabul and Herat under
supervision of Monash Peace, Gender and Security Department.

Nooda (Nikan) Badghisi, Nilab Ahmadi, Imogen Kane

2022
Enforcement of International Arbitral Awards in Afghanistan Legal Context

This research paper, completed as my bachelor's thesis, was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Ghulam Mohammad
Qanet at the Law and Political Science Faculty of Herat University and supervised by Dr. Ali Asghar Modaber, Head of
the Public Law Department.

2020
Claimat memorandums in national Vis moot court, pre-moot and Actual moot court competitions

My teammates and I, Nooda (Nikan) Badghisi, Mustafa Sarwary, Boshra Moheb, and Obaidullah Tariq, wrote these legal
memorandums. The National Memorandum and the International Memorandum were written in 2020 and 2021,
respectively.