Parent leaders - Mahboubeh Pishvaei

Mahboubeh Pishvaei - Iran 

My name is Mahboubeh Pishvaei, and I serve as the director of Anjoman-e-Parvaneha (The Butterfly Association) in Tehran, Iran. We support families of children with hearing loss, helping them navigate their journey from the very beginning. 

My passion for this work stems from my personal experience: I am the mother of a remarkable 10-year-old girl named Hana, who is my only child. Hana is a bilateral cochlear implant user, and watching her thrive has given me both insight and motivation to guide other parents. I take great pride in helping families find clarity, confidence, and hope as they face challenges and celebrate milestones. 

Supporting others through this process is not just a role—it’s a deeply personal mission.