Siamak Pourzand Foundation Employee Directory

Artists and WritersDistrict of Columbia, United States2-10 Employees

The Siamak Pourzand Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC, founded in April 2013 in memory of Iranian journalist Siamak Pourzand. It operates in the realm of arts and letters, focusing on freedom of expression for artists, writers, journalists, and other creative professionals who face censorship. The foundation provides a collaborative space dedicated to education, knowledge sharing, and dialogue around freedom of expression, with the aim of supporting civil and human rights and the rule of law. It acts as an independent, non-governmental entity with no political affiliation, serving a small team and positioning itself within the broader spectrum of organizations that defend creative professionals against censorship. A recent development involves continued emphasis on fostering dialogue and protection for expressive work in environments where censorship is prevalent, aligning with its mission to defend rights against suppression. }

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