About Us

Guardians of Qajar Heritage

Preserving Iran's royal legacy through academic excellence and cultural storytelling.

Our Mission
About us
Our mission
Our Purpose

Reframing Iran's Royal Past

"The Qajar Association was founded to challenge misconceptions and preserve the authentic narrative of Iran's last royal dynasty. We bridge the gap between academic scholarship and public understanding through verified archives, immersive exhibitions, and educational initiatives."

Our work spans from digitizing rare family documents to creating globally accessible cultural experiences that honor the complexity and richness of Qajar heritage.

Meet Our Team
Our Values

What Guides Our Work

Every project we undertake is grounded in these fundamental principles that shape our approach to preserving and sharing Qajar heritage.

Academic Integrity

We collaborate with historians and scholars to ensure all content is verified through rigorous research and peer review.

Cultural Accessibility

Making Iran's royal heritage accessible to global audiences through multiple languages and engaging formats.

Respectful Preservation

Honoring the dignity of the Qajar legacy while presenting history with nuance and cultural sensitivity.

Our Story

How We Began

The Qajar Association emerged from a recognized need to correct historical misconceptions and preserve the authentic story of Iran's last royal dynasty. Founded by historians, descendants, and cultural advocates, we began as a small collective determined to challenge oversimplified narratives.

What started as private family archive preservation has grown into a global platform for Qajar scholarship, bringing together academics, artists, and cultural enthusiasts from around the world.

Today, we operate as both a cultural institution and an educational resource, bridging the gap between academic research and public understanding of Iran's complex royal heritage.

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Our Team

The People Behind Our Mission

Our diverse team brings together expertise in history, cultural preservation, digital archiving, and educational outreach.

Dr. Maryam Qajar

Dr. Maryam Qajar

Director & Historian

PhD in Iranian Studies from Oxford University. Descendant of the Qajar family with over 15 years of experience in Persian historical research.

Prof. James Mitchell

Prof. James Mitchell

Academic Advisor

Professor of Middle Eastern History at Cambridge University. Leading expert on 19th-century Persian politics and cultural transformation.

Sara Hosseini

Sara Hosseini

Digital Curator

MA in Digital Humanities from Tehran University. Specializes in digitizing historical archives and creating interactive cultural experiences.

"We believe that understanding the past is essential for shaping a more informed future. Through our work, we honor not just the Qajar dynasty, but the broader tapestry of Iranian culture and identity."

Dr. Maryam Qajar

Director, Qajar Association

Get in Touch

Connect With Our Team

Whether you're a researcher, educator, descendant, or cultural enthusiast, we welcome collaboration and conversation about Qajar heritage.

Email Us

info@qajarassociation.org

Visit Us

London & Tehran Offices

Call Us

+44 20 7xxx xxxx

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