Our team

Ahmad Jawaid Sarhal is an epitome of passion for knowledge. His self-awareness for what he is accomplishing stems from his rich life experience whether he worked as journalist, consultant for international security or financial analyst. His passion to make a difference led him to humanitarian activities rooted in what he went through in his life and is a brand of it. Sarhal’s fascination with SIV recipients and refugees humanitarian activism comes from within himself as a SIV recipient. He is highly regarded and trusted in the community and works tirelessly to help new comers. Sarhal has a BA degree in Law & Political Science from Kabul University, an MA in Politics & International Security from the OSCE Academy, and a BS in Finance & Accounting from California State University, Sacramento. His success comes from his understanding and relating to the challenges that new comers face. In particular the ever-increasing humanitarian issues convinced Sarhal to focus his energy and to concentrate on helping immigrants in the community to reach self-sufficiency. He is sharing his experience and success with others who have the aspiration to become contributing members of the society. 

On the surface, Massihullah Mahboob is an ordinary SIV recipient, but Mahboob’s rich professional and everyday life experiences developed him into a mature and experienced person. He has seen the world and its challenges through the eyes of an educator, curricula developer, counterpart of educational institutions, admin of Lincoln Learning Center projects, deputy mayor of Kabul municipality with 4.5 million population, project manager of research and statistical analysis in various non-profit organizations. He is familiar with local, state and federal rules and regulations in regard to immigration and refugee resettlement processes. Mahboob’s significant professional experience, patience, dedication, and hard work has put him in a position to focus on the humanitarian crisis unfolding due to recent instabilities in Afghanistan to help the most vulnerable displaced people. He has BSCE degree from Kabul University and MSCE from Ohio University. He servers as core staff of SIVRRC and his 17 years of experience in different aspects of life will transform the dreams of those who are in need.

Nazim Hakimi is a charismatic self-made entrepreneur whose success has earned him leadership in the community. His academic achievements include a BA from UC Berkley University and MPAc from UC Irvine. As CEO of Capitol Investments, Nazim is a living example of patience, dedication, and hard work it takes to reach and stay at the top of one’s profession. Twelve years ago, Nazim left his native country, Afghanistan, under the SIV program in pursuit of his dream in the land of opportunity and settled with his family in Sacramento, CA. He is inspired by his success to reach out to the new comers and influx of immigrants facing unprecedented challenges due to turmoil situation in Afghanistan. His trustworthiness among the community speaks well of his leadership and ambition towards making a difference in the lives of thousands of newcomers. SIVRRC is proud to bring him on board and welcomes his unconditional contributions to our noble cause.