MeetDrTahirih Danesh

In brief, Dr. Tahirih Danesh focuses on increasing enjoyment of socioeconomic rights and development through education and legislation. Particularly passionate about young marginalized and minority communities, she is a serial civic entrepreneur, an advocate of the United Nations Global Compact Principles, and a member of The 30% Club.

Raised and inspired by some of the most impactful figures who helped shape the rise of her land of birth, following her escape to the west, she began a journey of living and working with a third of the world's cultures. She is currently the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of two niche foundations.

She seeks and welcomes opportunities to promote learning and earning through spoken and written words, but remains most passionate about elevating shared consciousness through practical approaches to complex processes.

She holds a PhD in law and has contributed to a range of publications, including in human rights, policy, and education.