In this special episode of the Coworking Values Podcast, we feature the candid conversation between Ashley Proctor, host of the Coworking IDEA Challenge, which promotes inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility in coworking, and Niloufar Salimi, an Iranian immigrant, and artist who shares her personal journey and reflections on the Iranian youth movement.
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Niloufar Salimi tells her extraordinary two-decade journey from Iran to Canada. Niloufar, a dreamer and artist, discusses traveling overseas and starting again.
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From Canada, Niloufar describes her emotional connection to Iran’s events. She is affected by viewing big events, protests, and bloodshed from a distance.
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Uncover trauma as Niloufar experiences horrific incidents on social media. Her reflections reveal the repression of childhood trauma and how current events triggered it.
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The topics of news literacy, misinformation, and truth-telling in dictatorships are covered. Niloufar advocates news literacy as a means of navigating information.
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Niloufar applauds Iran’s youth movement for its bravery and tenacity. Learn how these young activists are breaking down obstacles, demanding rights, and paving the way for a better future.
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Niloufar draws parallels between Iran’s young movement and worldwide social justice movements. Discover those fighting for agency, equality, and genuine change.
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She talks on how community support and solidarity influenced her protests. Because shared suffering and empathy strengthen us, unity is necessary for transformation.
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The conversation closes with a focus on community, awareness, and advocacy. Niloufar encourages the audience to support, resource, and act for positive change.
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To learn more about this conversation, read it here in The Power of Community and Collective Action
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