In the face of the tyranny of the Tehran regime over the past four and a half decades, art, music, and literature have emerged as vital tools for resistance for the oppressed people of Iran.
These creative expressions stand out as powerful means for challenging the ayatollahs and laying the groundwork for the building of a free Iran in the future.
E V E N T O V E R V I E W
This event, taking place just ahead of Passover, the Jewish celebration of liberation and freedom, will explore the role of culture in the Iranian people’s ongoing fight against persecution, showcasing the work of artists whose courage, vision, and talent inspire and mobilize audiences both within Iran and across the globe.
The speakers, a diverse group of artists and activists, will share their work and insights, and offer a vision and hope for change in Iran and a new regional reality of peace, prosperity, and interfaith harmony.
W H A T Y O U ' L L L E A R N
Art as a Tool for Resistance
Explore how music, visual art, and literature challenge the Tehran regime’s narratives and communicate truths that cannot be expressed through conventional means.
Global Impact of Iranian Art
Discover how Iranian artists have gained international recognition and the importance of global solidarity.
Cultural Heritage and a Free Iran
Gain an understanding of the role of cultural identity and heritage in creating a free and democratic Iran.
Future of Iranian Artistic Expression
See how the arts will continue to influence and shape the Iranian opposition movement.
W H Y T H I S M A T T E R S
The Power of Creativity in the Fight for Freedom
The role of artists in social movements cannot be overstated. Art is not just a form of expression; it is a strategy for survival, resistance, and liberation.
Raising Awareness through Global Solidarity
This event is a call for international solidarity with the people of Iran, using the universal language of art to advance the cause of freedom in Iran.
Cultural Identity as Resistance
In the face of oppression, the preservation of cultural identity is a both act of defiance and a path to a better future.
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