About Us

The Bridge of Hope Network (BHN) is a nonprofit organization based in Houston, Texas, dedicated to enhancing community well-being and resilience by serving underserved communities. Our work centers on engaging youth, women, and families through practical, community-based programs that promote learning, connection, and opportunity.

BHN supports education, psychosocial well-being, youth leadership development, and social cohesion. We use arts, culture, sports, and digital communication as inclusive and accessible methods of engagement to reach young people and families, encourage positive development, and foster trust and participation within communities. These approaches help create safe spaces for expression, learning, collaboration, and emotional support.

In addition, BHN delivers programs in relief and rehabilitation, refugee and immigrant integration, and community upliftment, working in partnership with local organizations to respond to community-identified needs and strengthen local capacity.

Our approach is human-centered and data-informed, drawing on research, technology, and collaborative partnerships to design and deliver effective, locally grounded programs. We work closely with community-based organizations, schools, faith-based institutions, and local partners to ensure that services are accessible, culturally responsive, and focused on achieving long-term community outcomes.

Our Work Areas

Civic & Community Engagement

We strengthen community connection and participation by working with youth, women, and families through locally grounded activities. We collaborate with youth clubs, neighborhood associations, community centers, and faith-based organizations to encourage service, leadership, and positive community involvement. These efforts help build trust, cooperation, and shared responsibility at the local level.

Education & Youth Development

We partner with local Independent School Districts (ISDs), after-school programs, and youth-serving organizations to support learning and positive youth development. Our initiatives include mentoring, life-skills education, leadership development, and enrichment activities that support academic success and personal growth for young people.

Arts, Culture & Sports Engagement

We use arts, culture, and sports as inclusive methods of engagement to foster creativity, teamwork, and belonging. BHN collaborates with community arts organizations, cultural groups, recreation programs, and youth sports clubs to create accessible opportunities for participation and positive expression.

Health & Psychosocial Well-Being

We promote mental, emotional, and social well-being through community-based psychosocial support. We work alongside schools, community health providers, family service organizations, and local nonprofits to create safe spaces and supportive activities that strengthen resilience, emotional well-being, and healthy relationships, particularly for youth and women.

Digital Communication & Community Outreach

We leverage digital communication tools to enhance outreach, learning, and engagement. We work with schools, youth organizations, and community partners to share information, promote programs, and connect participants to resources, using technology in ways that are accessible, responsible, and community-centered.

Community Support, Relief & Integration

We work with local counties, community-based organizations, service providers, and resettlement partners to support families during times of need. This includes assistance for refugee and immigrant families, community stabilization activities, and coordination with local systems to support access to services and long-term community well-being.

Our Team

Iltaf Afridi

President

Najma Kausar

Director Operations

Abid Urehman

Director Programs

Sher shah

Director Information Technology

Irfan Younas

Director Communications & Public Outreach