The NTYCO Activities News/Reports
This page is dedicated to reports and news on the activities of the Afghanistan New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO). You can read and review the reports of all the organization's activities on this page.
Appointment of Yasamin Yaqin Nabizada as NTYCO Representative in Pakistan
04.01.2026
The New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) is honored to announce the appointment of Miss Yasamin Yaqin Nabizada as an NTYCO Representative in Pakistan.
Congratulations to Ahmad Hewad Rahyab on His Appointment as FYGN Ambassador for Afghanistan
04.01.2026
The New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) proudly congratulates Mr. Ahmad Hewad Rahyab, Chief Executive Officer of NTYCO, on his selection as the Future Youth Global Network (FYGN) Ambassador for Afghanistan.
Appointment of Mehrin Mohammadi as NTYCO Representative for Pakistan
04.01.2026
The New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Miss Mehrin Mohammadi as the official NTYCO Representative in Pakistan.
Appointment of Ms. Krishma Nazari as NTYCO Representative for South America
16.12.2025
The New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) proudly announces the appointment of Ms. Krishma Nazari, a distinguished Afghan human rights defender based in Brazil, as the official NTYCO Representative for the South American region.
New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) Hosted an Interactive Online Workshop for Civil Society and Human Rights Activists
16.12.2025
The New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) successfully organized an interactive, dialogue-based online workshop dedicated to civil society and human rights activists, bringing together a large and meaningful Afghan audience from different parts of the world.
Peace and Human Rights - Better Together Conference Geneva, Switzerland - United Nations Office
09.12.2025
Ehsanullah Qaderi
Mr. Rahyab delivered a speech on the human rights situation in Afghanistan, highlighting critical issues such as restrictions on girls’ education, barriers to women’s participation in social, political and economic life, the urgent need for international solidarity, pathways toward peace, justice, and human dignity.
Participation of the leadership and members of the NTYCO at the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar
04.11.2025
Ehsanullah Qaderi
At the invitation of the United Nations, leadership and four members of the New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) participated in the Second World Summit for Social Development, held from 4 to 6 November 2025 in Doha, Qatar, representing Afghanistan on this global platform.
Participation of the CEO of the NTYCO, Ahmad Hewad Rahyab, at the Youth Speak Forum 2025
30.05.2025
Ehsanullah Qaderi
The forum, organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), brought together young leaders from across the globe under the theme: “Youth for Global Goals: Innovation as a Solution.”
NTYCO Organized a Volunteering Workshop, dedicated to civil society activists and human rights defenders
30.12.2025
Krishma Nazari
The Volunteering Workshop, dedicated to civil society activists and human rights defenders, was successfully held with broad participation, strong engagement, and enthusiastic interest from attendees. The workshop was warmly welcomed and received significant attention from participants.
NTYCO Granted Special Accreditation for the United Nations High-Level Plenary Meeting 2025
16.08.2025
Ehsanullah Qaderi
NTYCO has officially been granted special accreditation by the United Nations Department of Global Communications (DGC) to participate in the High-Level Plenary Meeting of the General Assembly commemorating the 30th Anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth.
Special Accreditation Awarded to the NTYCO for the Second World Summit for Social Development
10.10.2025
Krishma Nazari
The Afghanistan New Thinker Youth Civil Organisation (NTYCO) has been officially granted special accreditation by the United Nations to participate in the Second World Summit for Social Development.
Introduction to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Civil Society Activists and Human Rights Defenders
18.12.2025
Krishma Nazari
The workshop “Introduction to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Civil Society Activists and Human Rights Defenders”, organized by the Afghanistan New Thinker Youth Civil Organization, was successfully conducted with strong and enthusiastic participation.
Challenges and Opportunities of Youth Migration
25.05.2024
Ehsanullah Qaderi
The program focused on exploring the opportunities and challenges of migration for young people.
Why do the Taliban carry out suicide attacks?
17.04.2025
Ehsanullah Qaderi
Ahmad Hewad Rahyab, CEO of the Afghanistan New Thinker Youth Civil Organisation (NTYCO), discusses his recent research about the Taliban's motivations for carrying out suicide attacks, with Nokhbagan Online TV.
National Poetry Festival: “One Voice for Peace”
In collaboration with several active social-civil organizations, the New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) hosted the national poetry festival "One Voice for Peace" on June 12, 2021, in Kabul. The event featured fifty poets from ten provinces of Afghanistan, including outstanding poets. Approximately 300 attendees participated, including writers, university professors, cultural figures, media representatives, and civil society activists. The festival aimed to promote peace through poetry, with young poets expressing their desire for peace and aversion to war. The poets recited their works before judges, media, and attendees, culminating in selecting three top winners who received trophies, cash prizes, and certificates of appreciation from NTYCO.
Book Launch Event "Guardian Angels"
On March 4, 2019, the Kabul Garrison Command hosted the launch event of the book "Guardian Angels," authored by Ahmad Hewad Rahyab and Abdul Naser Folad and published by the New Thinker Youth Civil Organization. The event was attended by military officials, authors, professors, students, and youth. Speeches highlighted the importance of the book and the role of security and defense forces.
Afghanistan Youth Government
The Afghanistan Youth Government initiative, conceptualized in 2016, began with a comprehensive campaign through social media, TV, and radio to engage active youth across the country. Over 2,000 youths registered online, leading to written and oral exams conducted in various provinces. From these, 136 outstanding candidates were selected. The implementation phase featured two-day workshops on governance and policy-making, followed by campaigns for presidential and vice-presidential candidates, culminating in debates and elections. The program concluded with the newly elected youth president receiving a certificate of office, symbolizing the readiness of Afghan youth to take on future leadership roles. This initiative successfully fostered civic engagement, leadership skills, and a deeper understanding of governmental processes among Afghan youth.
Afghan Civil Society Demands Ceasefire and Continued Peace Talks
On February 3, 2020, the New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) organized a significant event where Afghan civil society organizations and citizens issued a resolution calling for a nationwide ceasefire and the continuation of Afghan-led peace negotiations. Highlighting the necessity of peace, they stressed that a ceasefire could reveal the hidden complexities of the ongoing war, paving the way for effective solutions. The movement urged the Taliban to declare a general truce, continue peace talks with the Afghan government, and resume the Afghan-led negotiations. The resolution emphasized the importance of maintaining human rights, women's rights, freedom of speech, and democratic achievements as non-negotiable.
National March in Support of Afghanistan's Defense and Security Forces
The New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO), in collaboration with civil society activists and human rights organizations, organized a national march and gathering on July 21, 2021, in support of Afghanistan's defense and security forces, national peace and reconciliation, violence reduction, and a ceasefire between the Taliban and Afghan government. Hundreds of participants, carrying Afghan flags, marched through Kabul's streets, celebrating Eid al-Adha, which the Afghan government named Soldier Eid, with dancing and festivities. The march traversed various areas of Kabul, symbolizing solidarity and support for Afghanistan's defense and security forces.
Peace Carpet Initiative
On August 21, 2020, the New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) organized the "Peace Carpet" event in Kabul, bringing together civil society activists, human rights defenders, university professors, students, athletes, war-affected families, individuals with disabilities, and other residents. The event aimed to support peace talks and end the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan. Through this gathering, NTYCO reinforced its commitment to promoting peace, supporting war victims, and advocating for a peaceful and democratic Afghanistan.
Public Speaking Workshop
The New Thinker Youth Civil Organization (NTYCO) successfully conducted a three-day Public Speaking Workshop in collaboration with the Afghanistan Technical and Vocational Institute (ATVI) from June 30 to July 2, 2019. The workshop brought together over forty young men and women who enhanced their public speaking skills through various exercises and interactive sessions. At the conclusion of the workshop, all participants were awarded certificates of completion from the organizing institutions, recognizing their dedication and newly acquired skills.