Education as an Act of Hope - Constructive Response to Suppression

Please join us for our next Friday gathering on April 10, 2026 for an evening of warm fellowship and insightful discussion.

We'll start at 7:00 pm with refreshments at the Alexandria Bahá’í Center. The discussion will begin at 7:30 p.m.

Education as an Act of Hope - Constructive Response to Suppression.
This is a story about what happens when ordinary people respond to injustice not with despair, but with determination to build something better.

Join us for an inspiring evening with Kamran Farid, co-founder of the Bahá'í Institute for Higher Education (BIHE), as he shares a powerful story of resilience, courage, and hope.

About the Discussion:
In 1987, when Bahá'í students and professors were expelled from all Iranian universities simply because of their faith, a group of educators made a bold choice: they would create their own university. For nearly four decades, BIHE has operated underground in Iran, offering degree programs to students denied the fundamental right to education.
Kamran will explore a compelling question: How does access to education sustain hope in communities facing systematic oppression—and what happens when that access is denied?

About Our Speaker:
Kamran Farid holds degrees in electronics and communication engineering. As a BIHE faculty member and administrator, he was arrested in 2011 and imprisoned for five years—his "crime" was teaching. Since his release in 2016, he continues to support BIHE's mission as a consultant, ensuring new generations can pursue their dreams of higher education despite ongoing persecution.

All are welcome. No background knowledge required—just bring your curiosity and an open heart.