Amir Soltani is a writer, filmmaker, and human rights activist whose work explores the intersections of justice, identity, and storytelling. As a Founding Board Member of the Dehkhoda Educational Foundation, Mr. Soltani brings a powerful creative voice and a deep commitment to civic engagement and cultural understanding.
Born in Iran and raised across multiple continents, Mr. Soltani’s global perspective has shaped his advocacy and artistic endeavors. He is best known as the co-creator of Zahra’s Paradise, a groundbreaking graphic novel set in post-election Iran, which has been translated into more than a dozen languages and widely acclaimed for its courageous depiction of resistance and hope. He is also the director of Dogtown Redemption, an award-winning documentary that follows the lives of recyclers in West Oakland, highlighting poverty, resilience, and the overlooked human stories within American cities.
Mr. Soltani’s work amplifies the voices of the marginalized and challenges systems of injustice through storytelling that is both intimate and universal. His commitment to human dignity and civic responsibility reflects the spirit of Ali Akbar Dehkhoda, whose legacy the Foundation proudly upholds.
Through his service on the board, Mr. Soltani helps guide the Foundation’s efforts to build bridges across cultures, promote educational opportunity, and inspire new generations of servant leaders through the arts and public dialogue.
