Farahnaz Haidary
Chairperson & Co-founder
From grassroots education in rural Afghanistan to public audit leadership in Ireland.
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Siobhan Sweet
Co-Founder
I am Irish and an experienced ESL instructor, CELTA trainer, course designer, and materials developer with a professional background in higher education and language learning. I hold a BA, an MA in Applied Linguistics, CELTA and DELTA qualifications, and I am also a certified peer tutor trainer and academic coach.
Ann O’Donovan
Co-Founder
I am Irish and have more than 40 years of experience across private industry, including over 14 years in the pharmaceutical sector. I currently work as a Senior Executive Assistant at University College Cork (UCC), where I have developed extensive experience in administration, organisation, communication, coordination, and supporting people through complex situations. I speak English and Irish.
Cynthia Ferrer
Co-Founder & Language & Intercultural Support Advocate
I was born in Mexico City, Mexico, and have been living in Ireland since 2017. Growing up in a bilingual school developed my love for languages from an early age and shaped my curiosity about people, communication, and different cultures. I speak Spanish and English.
Zahra Mousavi
Co-Founder & Social Media and Creative Design Lead
I am originally from Afghanistan and currently live in Cork, Ireland. My passion for creativity, visual communication, and digital technology has shaped my professional journey and inspired me to explore how design can connect people, cultures, and communities.
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Nadija Sediqi
Afghanistan Culture Lead
I was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, where I completed my primary education. I later lived in Germany for around 18 years before moving to Cork, Ireland, where I have now lived for approximately nine years with my husband and two children.
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Soumya Anane
Algeria Culture Lead
I am originally from Algeria and moved to Ireland in 2023. As a mother of two, building a positive life for my family while becoming part of Irish society has given me a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with settling in a new country.
Committee Member
Shazia Ziaee
Justice & Inclusion Advocate
I am originally from Afghanistan and hold a degree in Law from the Islamic University of Kabul. After graduating, I worked for several years in the legal field in Afghanistan, contributing to important cases and developing practical experience in law, advocacy, justice, and supporting the rights of others.
Committee Member
Lilia Buzadzhi
Ukraine Culture Lead
I am originally from Ukraine and came to Ireland six months before the war began. In Ukraine, I completed my legal education and worked as a lawyer for 17 years. My legal career shaped my character and strengthened my sense of justice, responsibility, dignity, discipline, and perseverance.
Committee Member
Farzana Hussaini
Artist & Community Member
I was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, where I spent my early years before moving to Ireland in September 2022 in search of new opportunities and a brighter future. Starting life in a new country has given me the opportunity to continue learning, discover new perspectives, and connect with people from different backgrounds. I speak Dari and English.
Committee Member
Bessy Hernandez Monge
Artist & Community Member
I was born in San Salvador, El Salvador, in 2003 and have been living in Ireland for around three years. Moving to Ireland has given me the opportunity to meet people from many different countries and discover their cultures, food, history, traditions, and music. I speak Spanish and English.
Committee Member
Amena Musavi
Artist & Community Member
I am originally from Afghanistan and currently live and work in Ireland. I graduated from Kabul University and have more than 10 years of professional experience as an illustrator and graphic designer. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with international organisations and clients, including UNESCO, UNICEF, WHO, DMAC, ICRC, and The Asia Foundation. I speak Dari and English.
Committee Member
Jan Dunaiev-Salik
Social Inclusion & Intercultural Dialogue Advocate
I am originally from Eastern Europe and currently live and study in Cork, Ireland. I am passionate about understanding how societies, cultures, and beliefs shape people's experiences and how meaningful dialogue can help create stronger and more inclusive communities. Living in Ireland has shown me the importance of intentionally creating spaces where people from different backgrounds can listen to one another, engage respectfully, and feel understood.
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