Born in Tehran during
the turmoil of the Iranian Revolution in 1979, Nazanin's family was forced to leave all their
worldly possessions behind and flea to freedom, when her father had been jailed and tortured by the
Revolutionary Guard under the new regime. Awaiting execution, it was the familys escape to Europe
that saved them from political persecution. Faced with adversity so early in life, the revolution
impacted her core.
Throughout Nazanin's life, she has found solace in the music that
surrounds her. Her mother inundated their family with music flowing constantly in the house from her
incredibly eclectic music collection. Her constant world travels and cultural awareness have molded
her musical acuity to span a spectrum broader then most are ever exposed to. Blessed with the voice
of angels, Nazanin whisks audiences away on a musical journey around the world with her debut
album,"Someday",to be released worldwide on BodogMusic in April 2007. Singing in Englis
h, French, and Persian, this genre-spanning song selection could be classified in many categories with
prevalence in: World Beat, Pop, and Dance.
As a young teen, Nazanin immersed herself in
knowledge, constantly educating herself in global issues. She became a Royal Canadian Air Cadet and
obtained the highest rank of Warrant Officer First Class while obtaining her pilots license. Nazanin
continued her passion in global awareness and acquired a Double Major Degree in International
Relations and Political Science at the University of British Columbia, and received scholarships to
study at the prestigious L'Institut d'Etudes Politiques in Paris and at the International Study
Center at Herstmonceux Castle in England. During university, Nazanin supported herself working as
both an actress/model, and volunteered her time as a Global Youth Educator with the Red Cross
raising awareness on global issues such as the landmine crisis, children affected by war and the
poverty-disease cycle. Nazanin searched for a way to impact the lives of those in need. While she
was happy reaching out, she yearned to help on a larger scale. To reach the masses, Nazanin learned
that she would need a stonger platform.
The stronger platform was the Miss World contest
whose motto is "Beauty with a Purpose". Nazanin entered and won the Miss Canada title and then on to
win the 1st runner up title in the Miss World competition in front of 2.2 billion television
viewers. This honor was received with a large amount of controversy and caused quite a stir in the
Iranian community. Nazanin received hate mail from Islamic fundamentalists and at the same time
accolades from the youth in Iran who supported her goals and looked to her as a role model. Since
then, she has continued her quest to help those less fortunate. Nazanin has helped victims of the
tsunami in India and Sri Lanka, raised funds for the earthquake victims of Bam, supported fistula
patients in Ethiopia, campaigned for women's rights in the Middle East, and raised awareness on the
practice of Bear Bile Farming in China. For her efforts to save a girl in Iran named Nazanin Fatehi
from execution for defending herself against rape and bringing international attention to this
cause, Nazanin Afshin-Jam received the "Hero for Human Rights" award from Artists for Human Rights /
Youth for Human Rights International at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Nazanin
will continue to be a spokesperson through her music and international speeches in support of
humanitarian issues. Nazanin is the voice for the voiceless, she hopes to transcend all borders and
reach the hearts of those worldwide with the embedded message of hope within her music.
I love your song "Someday" because it inspires hope. You're invited to The Drift, an annual weekend local arts & culture festival taking place along Vancouver's trendy Main Street in artists' open studios and participating local shops, cafes and restaurants. This takes place October 3, 4 and 5. For more information, visit www.thedrift.ca
I imagine there is no man's desire so small that it cannot be fulfilled, but certainly there are ones far too great and will never be fulfilled. I suppose that to many of us, the small one that can be achieved will be a sucessful post on this board, while the greater aspiration of actually getting to meet and have conversation will never happen. But, the great thing is that we can all be happy knowing that you are safe, in a world where sometimes good looks can create hostility from others. And I am sure most of these posters would agree, in a world of confusion where sometimes it is a mess, that you are still a champion of goodwill, knowing some might lash out at you because of it. I, however, will forever be loyal to Pricess Nazanin!
Hi dear Nazanin, Thanks so much for beautiful music and freindship, by the way I have a instrument made specialy made for me called Nazanin you can check it out on our site. Aldoush & Davood
I have created a new art called “Despair and hope”. I would like to hear your thoughts on it. It would be great if you leave a comment, picture comment or even a message letting me know what you think of my new artwork.
oh my gosh, i just saw the bio video on you. you are the reason that makes me to be more proud of being a Persian. I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart. May GOD bless you more and more every day. MER C.
yesterday i had some unsettled isues within myself,couldn't sleep,then I opened my page&there,there was your face,so genuine,pure&peaceful. I settled in&fell asleep like a baby,,stopping by to say thank you.
Hello Nazanin:) I am just dropping you a little note to let you know I am thinking about you . I hope you are smiling today and that you know how much you are loved.
My God we are your children and the new profound revelation has the ability to set us free from captivity. You are the source of all creative love and the power moving through us . Guide our way back home and tell us what the elders have searched for and you have been so kind to share with us today.
Love the women we are so blessed to have close in our lives and near our hearts . Teach us the mysteries of the essence of the glory you bestow upon the most beautiful creatures on earth.
So 16,000 people have stated they believe Children should not be executed in Iran, If 5% of the signers worked together through the internet I believe we could stop this now, The American Politician Ron Paul raised $6Million in a 24 hour period using a "money-bomb" where everyone decided to come together for one day and give towards the cause, the result was the largest recorded money raising event in American History-- I suggest we decide a day to call the Iranian Govt., media and whoever else needs to be called to Stop This Tragedy Now.
There are those who take lives&those who save lives.Thanks for being the light at the end of the tunnel,have a beautiful week ahead Nazanin,love&hugggs,,always.
Your beauty and dedication to reach for a better world does not belong to where You're coming from,as for our Creator did not put boundaries on his land.Thanks for being there for everyone on this earth,Period,,Mathew.