September 2019 | Issue I
Upcoming Events

Sunday, September 15: Charity Poker Tournament
Bell Gardens, CA

Thursday, September 26: IAWF Fall Mixer
Los Angeles, CA

Sunday, September 29: Fall Wellness Retreat
Los Gatos, CA

Friday, November 1:
Mentee Application Deadline

Sunday, November 10 : Women's Leadership Conference
Boston, MA
19th Women's Leadership Conference in Boston
Join us and hear from accomplished Iranian American women across the U.S. and globally who have broken cultural barriers, taken leadership roles on critical issues and charted new paths. Regardless of your age or profession, as an Iranian American, this conference will inspire and empower you and connect you to a community of Iranian Americans in Boston and beyond. This one-day conference will take place on Sunday November 10, 2019 at the Harvard Club of Boston. Check out our   website   to stay posted on our exciting speakers and topics. 
Fall Wellness Retreat in Los Gatos
IAWF's NorCal chapter leaders invite you to join the Fall Wellness Retreat on Sunday, September 29 in Los Gatos. We're lucky to be joined by some amazing wellness experts and you don't want to miss out. Take part in a day aimed at helping you navigate your life with greater wisdom and ease. Tickets are limited so don't wait! Find more information and purchase tickets here.
Join LA Rising Leaders For The Fall Mixer
IAWF's Los Angeles Rising Leaders will host a Fall Mixer on Thursday, September 26th. Join us for what's sure to be a great evening of sharing food and conversation with great company. The event will take place from
6:30 - 9:30 pm at Fellow, 1071 Glendon Ave., Los Angeles 90024. Tickets are $20 and can purchased here . We hope to see you there!
Dr. Nina Ansary Announces Upcoming Book
IAWF trustee and accomplished historian and author, Dr. Nina Ansary , has announced the title and release date of her next book. Anonymous Is a Woman will be released on March 8, 2020 International Women's Day (Revela Press). 100% of all proceeds from the sale of the book will be donated with the primary recipients being The Center for Human Rights in Iran, a NY-based organization, and The London School of Economics Centre for Women, Peace, and Security. You can find more information about the book here .
Apply to IAWF's Mentorship to Internship Program
IAWF is proud to offer its Mentorship to Internship program to students and graduates who seek a boost in their professional lives. We can connect you to an expert in your field, providing you with a wealth of knowledge and advice to guide you in your educational and professional paths. You can also qualify for an IAWF Scholarship and join our Life Academy trips. Find more information, and apply to become a mentor or a mentee  here . Apply by Nov. 1 to find the match for you and kick start your path to success! Please note that New York applications are closed.
Meet One of Our New York
Rising Leaders
Hedieh Fakhriyazdi serves as the Associate Director for Global Diversity and Social Responsibility at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP where she is responsible for managing Weil's diversity and inclusion and corporate social responsibility functions, as well as the Firm's U.S. based charitable foundation. Hedieh previously worked at Bloomberg LP in Corporate Philanthropy and Human Resources. Hedieh is as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Service at New York University's Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. Read more about Hedieh here.