Cyrus & Esther
Bringing communities together.
Cyrus & Esther was founded to strengthen the historic connection between Iranian and Jewish communities and build on that shared heritage through education, dialogue and mutual understanding.
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Join us on Cyrus the Great Day
Our first event marks Cyrus the Great Day, the anniversary of his 539 BC declaration of tolerance, one of history's earliest human rights charters. Join us as we celebrate his legacy and launch our educational and cultural programmes.
See event detailsWhy this matters
Iranian and Jewish history is deeply intertwined, but that understanding isn't always shared, between the two communities or with the wider public. Antisemitism, racism and religious intolerance persist. Refugees and displaced people, particularly from Iran, often face real barriers to education, integration and simply being heard.
Cyrus & Esther exists to close that gap, through education, dialogue and direct support.
What we do
Four threads run through everything we're building, from education and dialogue to standing up for equality and supporting people rebuilding their lives.
Education & Shared Heritage
Community, Dialogue & Inclusion
Human Rights & Equality
Refugee & Community Support
Our mission
Our mission is to strengthen understanding and connections between Iranian, Jewish and wider communities through education, cultural heritage and intercultural dialogue, while promoting equality, challenging discrimination and supporting refugees and displaced people to participate fully in society.
Be part of it
Every gift helps us bring Iranian and Jewish communities together, keep a shared history alive, and support refugees rebuilding their lives in the UK.
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