Fatemeh Ekhtesari

Fatemeh Ekhtesari is a renowned Iranian poet, writer, and activist with first-hand experience of living under systems of gender apartheid. Known for her fearless advocacy for freedom of expression and human rights, she has dedicated her work to giving voice to the silenced and marginalized. Through her poetry, writing, and public engagements, she confronts issues of gender inequality, censorship, and social justice, often at great personal risk. Now based in exile, Fatemeh continues her mission as a curator and storyteller, preserving first-hand accounts of women’s resilience and resistance, while fostering dialogue on the enduring impacts of oppression. Her leadership on this project is driven by her unwavering belief in the power of stories to inspire change and bridge divides. – ekhtesari.com