Thank You, NYC

This panel will identify and discuss the many avenues by which success is defined, through each panelists’ story. These distinguished women found the voice, strength, and courage to define their own journeys taking risks and garnering triumph. Their common attributes of bravery manifest in their narratives and experiences, as they surmounted unique obstacles and adversity. An actress changing the image of Iranian women in the film industry, partner and Managing Director of a strategic advisory firm in New York City, and a veteran public radio journalist transitioning into a new chapter of her life, will discuss their experiences initiating, leveraging, and embracing change to catalyze their achievements.

This panel will identify and discuss the many avenues by which success is defined, through each panelists’ story. These distinguished women found the voice, strength, and courage to define their own journeys taking risks and garnering triumph. Their common attributes of bravery manifest in their narratives and experiences, as they surmounted unique obstacles and adversity. An actress changing the image of Iranian women in the film industry, partner and Managing Director of a strategic advisory firm in New York City, and a veteran public radio journalist transitioning into a new chapter of her life, will discuss their experiences initiating, leveraging, and embracing change to catalyze their achievements.

These insightful authors illuminate the impactful lives of Iranian women using the power of their words. Through biography, personal narrative, and poetry, our panelists will focus on how history and journalism can bring truth to sheltered ears and unveil forgotten stories. Reading may be one of life’s greatest pleasures, but Dr. Nina Ansary and Nazila Fathi will remind us all that this pleasure is also a powerful tool in spreading the truth.

In a world where biases (implicit more than explicit) exist on every level, visionary women leaders have paved their own path to success through perseverance, while embracing and leveraging their own distinct leadership style. Exemplifying the attributes of powerful leaders, Forough Hosseini, Azadeh Khalili, and Dr. Roxana Mehran will discuss how passion, courage, strength, and empathy helped them in achieving their goals.

These trailblazers are young professional women who have already achieved success and are on the fast-track to pursuing their dreams. From a young fashion designer, to a talented artist, to the personal aide to President Barack Obama, you will hear from these rising stars as they continue on their unique journeys. Each will share their framework for pursuing one’s passion with conviction and determination.

When faced with personal challenges that are compounded by value judgments and prejudices, these empowered women sought to own their respective paths and personal narratives. Not only do they persevere, but they further thrive and triumph to become a psychotherapist vindicating mental health and the first ever Iranian-American judge advocating for same sex marriage. In this presentation, you will learn how these extraordinary women have not allowed traditional taboos to stifle their growth or prevent them from fulfilling their dreams.