Finding Strength in Change: Mandana Attar Zadeh’s Journey of Resilience and Community

In this episode, we speak with Mandana Attar Zadeh, whose journey from Iran to Canada in 2006 was marked by uncertainty, adaptation, and resilience. Facing emotional and professional challenges, Mandana navigated a new life, rediscovered her purpose, and built a career in community engagement. She is currently working as Manager of  Community Development at North Community House. 

From overcoming personal hardships to advocating for mental health and social inclusion, Mandana shares how volunteering, storytelling, and connection shaped her journey. Her story highlights the importance of balancing cultural identity, embracing change, and finding belonging in a new home. 

🎧 Join us as we explore how resilience, community, and civic engagement transform lives. 

Host: Rustam Zadran

Journey Maps is brought to you by Journeys to Active Citizenship, a unique collaborative project that co-designs curriculum and tools for civic engagement programs for —and with— immigrants and refugees. 

Learn more at journeystoactivecitizenship.ca 

This 5-year project (2020-2025) was a Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants and North York Community House and is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. 

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea

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