The actress and human rights advocate Nazanin Boniadi will receive the Luminary Award at this year’s gala, delivering an inspiring speech courtesy of MN2S.
MN2S is thrilled to have booked actress and human rights advocate Nazanin Boniadi as the featured speaker at this year’s Iranian American Bar Association (IABA) Annual Gala. Boniadi will also be honored with the organization’s prestigious Luminary Award, celebrating her commitment to justice and civil liberties. In a keynote address that explores themes of resilience, activism, and the ongoing fight for human rights, Boniadi will draw on her own inspiring journey as an artist and advocate. Taking place in November as part of the IABA Summit and hosted at San Francisco’s Conservatory at One Sansome, the Gala is one of the IABA’s most significant events, bringing together legal professionals and community leaders from across the country and celebrating the accomplishments of influential Iranian-Americans. Also being recognised at the ceremony is Abdi Soltani, Executive Director of Northern California’s ACLU.
Bringing talent such as Nazanin Boniadi to the IABA’s Annual Gala brings instant credibility to an event, boosting its reputation while drawing attendees and publicity. High-profile speakers create opportunities for engagement through both media and word-of-mouth, elevating the evening beyond entertainment into a platform for influence and thought leadership. Not only leaving a lasting impression on those in attendance, Boniadi’s powerful speech will help to cements the organisation’s place within the industry. Boniadi’s advocacy work aligns perfectly with the IABA’s mission, and as a leading voice within human rights she will add immense value to the Annual Gala.
Nazanin Boniadi is an acclaimed actress and internationally recognized human rights advocate. A long-time ambassador for Amnesty International, she has led global campaigns in support of prisoners of conscience, women’s rights, and freedom of expression. Boniadi has briefed the U.N. Security Council, testified before parliaments in Europe and North America, and met with senior U.S. officials to spotlight human rights abuses, particularly in Iran. As a prominent voice in the “Woman, Life, Freedom” movement, she continues to use her platform to elevate the stories of those fighting oppression and injustice around the world. Boniadi’s work often bridges the worlds of art and activism: she frequently partners with NGOs to highlight stories of resilience, conflict, and human dignity, and is a frequent media commentator on global rights issues. Her on-screen credits include Homeland, Counterpart, Hotel Mumbai, and Amazon’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.