Embracing Vulnerability and New Paths in Conservation
If you’ve ever felt left behind by challenges out of your control, please know you’re not alone. This past year, I faced a different kind of challenge: I couldn’t even…
I am a dedicated wildlife conservationist with 17 years of experience, driven by a passion for preserving the natural world and its most vulnerable species. My journey began in 2007 as a volunteer with the Iranian Cheetah Society (ICS), where I quickly became involved in roles such as Public Relations Manager and Education and Participation Manager. This hands-on experience deepened my understanding of wildlife conservation challenges, especially in a region facing severe environmental and political issues. In 2018, I was honored to become CEO of the ICS, a position I held until June 2024.
As I continue my journey, I am eager to explore new opportunities to further my impact. I am committed to making a meaningful difference in wildlife conservation and look forward to connecting with like-minded professionals who share this vision.
If you’ve ever felt left behind by challenges out of your control, please know you’re not alone. This past year, I faced a different kind of challenge: I couldn’t even…
I’m honored to be featured in the latest issue of Biodiversity MAG, where I shared an in-depth conversation on the challenges of conserving the Asiatic cheetah in Iran, the urgent…
In 2019, while visiting Iran, Simone Eckhardt received an idea from a ranger to build dams to control floods, improve water accessibility, and promote vegetation growth in the desert. This…
Protecting a species on the brink of extinction—fewer than 20 remain in the wild—comes with unique challenges. Achievements are rare, and discouragement often looms large. Striking a balance in such…
This was one of the last but not least activities we did while I was with the Iranian Cheetah Society. It’s definitely one of the most important tasks we undertook.…
I’m excited to share that Atie Taktehrani and I were featured in the recent issue of Ubuntu Magazine, a publication dedicated to wildlife and conservation awareness. This 10th edition, celebrating…
Many of you know me as the CEO of the Iranian Cheetah Society for the past six years. It’s with a mix of emotions that I share news of my…
It has been 17 years since I entered the world of wildlife conservation as a volunteer and then as a professional. I have experienced many hardships, joys, failures, and successes…
Last week, I had the honor of speaking at a TEDx event at Sharif University. My speech, titled “Running in the Darkness for the Asiatic Cheetahs,” was a deep dive…
I had the honor of presenting at the second National Iranian Cheetah Day conference in Jajarm County, where I shared the latest findings and challenges of our research on the…