The Iranian diaspora, encompassing over five million people worldwide, is a multifaceted and dynamic community shaped by historical transformations, political exile, cultural disjunction, and an ongoing struggle to redefine identity. Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, multiple waves of Iranians have left the country due to political circumstances, economic instability, and social restrictions. This diaspora, dispersed across various continents—particularly North America, Europe, and Australia—includes intellectuals, professionals, students, and asylum seekers. However, the Iranian migration experience is far from monolithic; it is a tapestry woven with nostalgia, alienation, resilience, and the formation of hybrid identities.
Patchwork: The Iranian Diaspora will explore and examine these complexities.
