About The Youth
Future Alliance
Learn about our mission, our team, and the impact we're making together in building a more peaceful and just world.
Building a Sustainable Future Since 2022
A world where all people—especially those from Sudan and conflict-affected regions—are empowered to lead, innovate, and collaborate in shaping peaceful, inclusive, and resilient communities.
Our Mission
The Youth Future Alliance is a coalition of youth-led organisations working to empower young people, with a focus on Sudan and the Sudanese diaspora. We advance youth leadership through innovative programs, inclusive platforms, and strategic partnerships that promote peacebuilding, education, and community development.
By uniting voices across borders, TYFA drives collaborative action to build sustainable futures and amplify youth impact globally. Our approach combines grassroots organising, education, and direct action to address the most pressing peace challenges of our time.
Our Vision
We envision a world where every individual lives with dignity, security, and opportunity—free from fear, oppression, and violence. A world where peace is not just the absence of conflict, but a presence of justice, inclusivity, and shared human flourishing.
Through innovative approaches and collaborative partnerships, we're building bridges across communities and empowering the next generation of leaders to create lasting, positive change in their societies.
Our Values
These core principles guide our work and shape our approach to building a more peaceful and just world.
We uphold the inherent worth and rights of every person, regardless of race, religion, gender, or background.
We respond to suffering with empathy, urgency, and a commitment to long-term healing and recovery.
We believe peace is possible through education, dialogue, and inclusive leadership.
We design solutions that meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
We believe that lasting change comes from within communities, and we work to build local capacity and leadership.
We embrace new ideas and technologies that can help us address human rights challenges more effectively.
We recognise that human rights issues disproportionately affect marginalised communities, and we work to ensure that our solutions benefit everyone.
We partner with individuals, organisations, businesses, and governments to maximize our impact and reach through co-created solutions.
We are committed to openness and accountability in all aspects of our work, operating with integrity and prioritising the voices of those we serve.
Our Team
Meet the dedicated professionals working to make our mission a reality and create lasting positive change.
Dr Mariam Shaw
Mariam Shaw - Founder & Director
Mariam Shaw is the Founder and Director of the NGO, leading its vision and programs to empower communities through education, youth initiatives, and sustainable development. She is dedicated to creating inclusive opportunities and driving meaningful social impact.
Anas Himadan
Director of Projects
Anas Himedan is a biomedical scientist and civil servant with over 11 years of experience in the UK health sector, serving in the NHS, the Department of Health, and the UK Health Security Agency. Alongside his scientific career, he has been an active human rights advocate for more than 7 years, working to promote justice, dignity, and the protection of vulnerable communities. His professional and advocacy roles reflect a commitment to both public health and human rights on a global scale.
Bassmala Elbowshary
Community Outreach Manager
Bassmala builds and maintains relationships with the communities we serve, ensuring our work addresses their needs.
Inas Himadan
Medical Scientist
Inas's research and expertise inform our approach to conservation and environmental and medical restorations.
Braeah Elbushary
Development Director
Braeah leads our fundraising efforts, building partnerships that enable us to expand our impact.
Maisa Hireika
Volunteer Coordinator
Maisa recruits and manages our network of dedicated volunteers who are essential to our work.
Shaza Hamdan
Community Relations Manager
Shaza fosters relationships with local communities, ensuring our projects align with their needs and values.
Samani
Development Director
Samani leads our fundraising efforts, building partnerships that enable us to expand our impact.
Nidal Hamdan
Human Right Activist Coordinator
Nidal coordinates our human rights initiatives, ensuring they align with our mission and values.
Tugealdin Rahma
Program Coordinator - Youth Development & Education
Tugealdin Rahma is an educator, researcher, and youth advocate with a background in computer science and artificial intelligence. He is dedicated to empowering young people through education, technology, and community development, combining academic expertise with a passion for social impact.
Our Achievements
Over the years, we've made significant progress toward our human rights and peace-building goals.
Making a Global Impact Since 2022
From emergency relief to youth empowerment, we're building a more peaceful world.
Crisis Response
- • Emergency aid to 20,000+ displaced individuals
- • Medical assistance to 5,000+ people in conflict zones
- • Hygiene kits distributed to vulnerable communities
- • Shelter support for 1,000+ families
- • Food and water to 10,000+ families in need
Global Reach
- • Youth Future Alliance (2022-2025)
- • Empowering youth in Sudan and beyond
- • Innovation in conflict-affected zones
- • Representation at Geneva Convention
- • Amplifying youth voices globally
Community Impact
- • 100,000+ people reached through programs
- • 50+ community-led projects implemented
- • 10,000+ youth trained in leadership
- • 5,000+ families supported with aid
- • 200+ partnerships established
Global Recognition
- • International NGO collaborations
- • Global media recognition
- • UN peacebuilding contributions
- • International conference presentations
- • Multiple impact awards
What We Do
Our comprehensive approach to building peace and empowering communities through direct action and advocacy.
Transforming Lives Through Action
From human rights advocacy to emergency relief - we're on the ground making change happen.
Human Rights Advocacy
- Defending marginalized communities through legal support and documentation
- International advocacy and awareness raising
- Empowering communities to advocate for their rights
Emergency Relief
- Immediate humanitarian aid during crises
- Culturally sensitive and community-centered response
- Collaboration with local organizations for sustainable impact
Peace Education & Dialogue
- Training next-generation peacebuilders and facilitators
- Workshops, fellowships, and academic partnerships
Women & Youth Empowerment
- Creating inclusive spaces for leadership participation
- Training and resources for community advocacy
- Amplifying voices in policy-making and governance
Our Global Reach
Operating in multiple regions, we partner with civil society, governments, and humanitarian agencies to address the root causes of conflict and promote sustainable, just peace. Our projects span across East Africa, the Middle East, and diaspora communities in Europe.
We empower communities affected by conflict, injustice, and disaster by promoting human rights, providing humanitarian relief, and cultivating a culture of peace through education, dialogue, and sustainable development.
Our Partners
We collaborate with leading organizations focused on human rights and humanitarian relief to amplify our impact and reach more communities in need.
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