Our Team.

Amir is a community leader, flight data analyst, and passionate advocate for civic engagement, particularly focusing on immigrants and youth. He served as a member of the Multicultural Advisory Council of BC for seven years, working on key issues related to anti-racism, including contributing to three important legislations: Police Act Reforms, Anti-Racism Data Legislation, and the Anti-Racism Data Act. In 2018, Amir founded Tek Talk, a weekly meetup for young professional immigrants, fostering networking and support within the community. He also played a pivotal role in collaborating with Farsi speakers and city councillors to successfully add Nowruz to the City of Vancouver’s official calendar. Amir’s dedication to education and cultural preservation led him to establish Farsi Dar BC in 2018. This initiative aimed to bring Farsi as a second language option to BC public schools, and with the support of the Iranian and Afghan communities, Farsi Dar BC succeeded in adding Farsi 5-12 to BC’s Educational Program Guide, making it available to all public school students in the province. Additionally, Amir contributes regularly to the media with interviews and op-eds in both Farsi and English, discussing topics of social, political, and cultural significance.

Golnar is a Psychology graduate from Simon Fraser University and a licensed Early Childhood Educator through Capilano University, bringing over 17 years of experience in supporting families, particularly immigrant families, on their parenting journeys. As the former Manager of Parenting and Children’s Programs at Mosaic, Golnar led initiatives for seven years that focused on building resilience, strengthening parent-child relationships, and helping families navigate the challenges of settling in a new country. Her work has involved facilitating workshops and group sessions, providing guidance, and equipping parents with the tools to create nurturing environments that promote healthy child development. Golnar’s approach emphasizes cultural understanding and mental health awareness, empowering families to thrive in their new communities. In her role as Vice President of Farsi dar BC, Golnar is passionate about preserving cultural identity through language. She advocates for the importance of learning Farsi as a means to bridge generational gaps, foster family bonds, and help future generations stay connected to their heritage while embracing life in Canada. Follow Golnar on Instagram: 👉 @mamangolnar

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Farzan is a renowned linguist and semiotician, born in 1961. He holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics and has spent over 20 years as a professor at Tehran University of Art, where he taught courses in semiotics, literary theory, and linguistics. His academic career has been dedicated to exploring the relationships between language, culture, and communication, and he has contributed significantly to the field of semiotics and linguistic theory. Farzan's passion for language extends beyond academia. He has been actively involved in cultural and educational initiatives, and his expertise has made him a key figure in promoting the Farsi language. He joined the Farsi dar BC due to his strong belief in the importance of linguistic diversity. For Farzan, promoting the teaching of different languages, including Farsi, is not just about preserving cultural heritage but also fostering intercultural dialogue and preventing cultural fragmentation. "Language diversity, on one hand, broadens intercultural spaces, and on the other, prevents cultural disintegration," says Farzan. His work continues to emphasize the vital role of language in connecting people and communities, and he remains a committed advocate for the expansion of Farsi language education in British Columbia.

Leila holds a Ph.D. in Persian Language and Literature from the University of Tehran and has over ten years of teaching experience at universities and educational institutions in Iran. She began collaborating with the Farsi dar BC campaign in 2023 and has played a significant and impactful role in organizing classes and developing Farsi educational programs since their inception.
 Currently, Leila serves as the Educational Manager of Farsi dar BC, overseeing educational affairs, particularly the Farsi After School Program. Her focus is on teaching Persian as a second language to children and teenagers. She is passionate about using creative teaching methods and supporting the cultural and linguistic growth of the new generation of Persian-speaking immigrants.
 Leila’s areas of expertise include classical and contemporary Persian literature, comparative literature research, and teaching Persian as a second language. She is also active in research, writing academic articles, and creating short stories.

Sanjar is an Afghan journalist, and advocate for the Farsi language, currently residing in Langley, BC. With a Bachelor's degree in Persian Language and Literature from Kabul University and a Master's degree in Conflict Management from Royal Roads University in Victoria, Sanjar brings over 20 years of experience in journalism. He is the founder and former publisher of *Hasht-e-Subh* (8am), one of Afghanistan's largest independent newspapers, which became a leading source of investigative journalism on political and social issues. Sanjar has been recognized for his efforts, including an Emmy Award for a report exposing Taliban atrocities. After the fall of Kabul to the Taliban in 2021, he relocated to Canada, where he continues his advocacy for press freedom and the rights of Afghan journalists. He is also a passionate advocate for the Farsi language, seeing it as a cultural and educational tool for the Afghan and Iranian communities. Sanjar has been actively involved in the Farsi campaign in British Columbia, supporting the expansion of Farsi language education in schools. He views this campaign as a significant cultural initiative, one that promotes greater understanding of Farsi's rich history, culture, and literature. Sanjar's advocacy continues to shape the dialogue around the preservation of Farsi and the importance of cultural exchange. "I grew up with the love of the Farsi (Dari) language, my mother tongue," says Sanjar. "The Farsi dar BC is a great cultural endeavor, and I am proud to have played a small part in it. It provides an opportunity to protect and expand the teaching of Persian in schools, while introducing more people to the language and its rich cultural heritage."