The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative

Promoting the mission of the SFPF globally through cultivating a shared sense of community, responsibility, and activism

 

The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative “FPGI” is the international engagement platform of the Shahbanou Farah Pahlavi Foundation. It is a catalyst for action, mobilising volunteers, leaders, and institutions to collaborate on arts, education, women’s empowerment, public service and generally, on the Foundation’s initiatives within the framework of the Foundation’s mission.

 

With regional hubs initially in the USA, Middle East, and Africa, this initiative strengthens the Foundation’s global presence. It increases visibility and accessibility, fostering new partnerships and initiatives aligning with the Foundation’s mission.

 

This initiative aims to promote knowledge exchange and international cooperation, ensuring that the Foundation’s values transcend borders. It creates a network of supporters, scholars, and entrepreneurs who contribute to the advancement of crosscultural dialogue and social progress.

 

The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative advances the Foundation’s work by:

 

• Acting as the regional presence of the Foundation: “The Friends of SFPF”.

• Hosting high-impact global conferences and thematic discussions.

• Establishing international partnerships with leading academic, cultural, and civic institutions.

• Supporting community-led projects and volunteer-driven initiatives.

• Strengthening fundraising eRorts and engagement strategies to support the Foundation’s programmes.

 

Programme structure: The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative operates through an integrated framework that allows for both large-scale global initiatives and localised impact. Its structure is designed to foster collaboration, advocacy, and action-oriented programming.

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• International conference: An event where experts, policymakers, artists, and entrepreneurs discuss critical global challenges and propose actionable solutions. This conference serves as a platform for thought leadership and high-level dialogue, creating direct links between policy, academia, and grassroots initiatives.

• Global engagement initiatives: Facilitates academic and cultural exchanges, bringing together researchers, civic leaders, and institutions to develop crossdisciplinary programmes and collaborative projects.

• Community-based programmes: Supports and initiates grassroots cultural and civic programmes, including artistic residencies, educational scholarships and fellowships, and volunteer-driven social impact projects to ensure the Foundation’s work is accessible to diverse communities.

• Project support and advocacy: Provides scholarships, research funding, and institutional grants, supporting initiatives that align with the Foundation’s values. It also raises awareness through exhibitions, publications, and digital campaigns, amplifying key cultural and humanitarian issues. 

• Volunteer and membership programmes: A global membership network enables individuals to engage with the Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative through mentorship programmes, exclusive events, and leadership opportunities. The volunteer network mobilises young professionals, academics, and philanthropists to advocate for the Foundation’s mission worldwide.

 

 

Programme governance: The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative is structured to ensure regional autonomy while maintaining alignment with the Foundation’s strategic objectives. Its governance framework provides oversight while allowing flexibility for localised initiatives.

 

• The Shahbanou Farah Pahlavi Foundation Executive Board oversees The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative’s strategic direction, ensuring alignment with the Foundation’s mission and core values.

• Regional Executive Boards manage The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative's presence in key global hubs, including the Shahbanou Farah Pahlavi Foundation Americas and Shahbanou Farah Pahlavi Foundation Middle East. These Executive Boards oversee partnerships, programme development, fundraising and implementation.

• The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative will collaborate with key institutions and partners, including relevant examples such as the Farhang Foundation, Columbia Global Centers, and other cultural and philanthropic organisations.

 

 

Eligibility criteria: The Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative is open to individuals, organisations, and institutions contributing to cross-cultural collaboration, civic engagement, and knowledge-sharing.

• Individuals: Scholars, artists, educators, civic leaders, and philanthropists engaged in the Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative’s thematic areas.

• Organisations: Cultural institutions, NGOs, universities, and governmental bodies that promote international collaboration, education, and public engagement. ¨ Partnerships: Entities that wish to co-develop programmes, fund initiatives, or contribute expertise to the Farah Pahlavi Global Initiative’s global network.