Revolution, Faith, Loss and Escape – Manya’s Story

Dr Manya Yazdani was born and raised in Iran and came of age at a time of revolution and instability. In this atmosphere she found herself confronting questions of faith and family, loss and meaning, and charting her path to create change and betterment in the world.

Years later, having come to Australia as a refugee, Manya now resides in Western Australia contributing to her community both as a medical doctor and as a Baha’i. She gracefully agreed to share her story with us all.

We are sharing Manya’s Story for World Refugee Day and also to honour the 10 Baha’i women who were unjustly executed 40 years ago. More information about the #OurStoryIsOne global awareness campaign that highlights the long struggle for equality lived by women of all faiths in Iran can be found online.

CREDITS:

Film production samirwin.com

Images courtesy of the Baha’i International Community from the Archives of Baha’i Persecution in Iran

Music arrangement jonoheyes.com

“Mona with the Children” Performed by Tom Francis linktr.ee/tomfrancismusic

“That Moment When” by Adnan Joubran

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Sam is a professional cinematographer of 15 years, based in Perth, Australia. Sam grew up in New Zealand, surrounded by the Southern Alps. He loves spending time enjoying nature, living a heart-centred life, and trying to positively contribute in work, community, and life where possible. Sam studied documentary filmmaking with the New Zealand Natural History Film Unit, and enjoys the challenge of filming and sharing people's stories.