About | Feminist Spectrum

About Us

Spectrum is a Queer Feminist NGO (Asscoiation 1901) based in France, aiming at advancing feminist values and prmoting feminism in societies. Founded in 2014 and led by diaspora activists, Spectrum has evolved to respond to the needs of Farsi/Dari-speaking communities, where LGBTQIA+ identities are either criminalized or pathologized.
We believe in spectrum of sex, gender and sexual orientation and work together to make the world a better and equal place for everyone on these interconnected spectrums.
In Spectrum we position ourselves in the intersection of queer-feminism, environmentalism, anti-capitalism, anti-colonialism, and anti-racism efforts for a free and equal world.

Mission

Spectrum is a Queer-Feminist organisation committed to advancing intersectional feminist values, advocating for the rights, dignity, and well-being of LGBTQIA+ individuals—particularly Farsi/Dari-speaking communities affected by criminalization and marginalization.
Through education, digital activism, mental health support, and global advocacy, we promote gender equality, sexual rights, and digital safety while working toward a world where love, fairness, and equality are realities for everyone on the spectrum of sex, gender, and sexuality.

Vision

We envision a liberated world where all individuals—regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression—can live freely and equally. Grounded in queer feminism, anti-racism, anti-colonialism, environmentalism, and anti-capitalist values, Spectrum strives for a future where diverse communities are empowered, informed, and connected, and where every voice can rise without fear, shame, or censorship.

Spectrum's Partners

During the years, we have been working with many local, national and international organisations. Here are some of them:

Ilga World

ILGA World is The International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Intersex Association. A federation of more than of more than 2,000 member organisations from 170 countries campaigning for the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and intersex people. Since 1978.

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International Planned Parenthood

The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global non-governmental organisation with the broad aims of promoting sexual and reproductive health, and advocating the right of individuals to make their own choices in family planning.

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The Alliance for Feminist Movements

The Alliance for Feminist Movements (AFM) is a multi-stakeholder initiative that brings together governments, private philanthropy, women’s / feminist funds and feminist civil society to increase and improve the quality of resources supporting feminist movements, as well as mobilize political support for diverse feminist movements.

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The Pleasure Project

The Pleasure Project is an international education and advocacy organization working to eroticize safer sex by building bridges between the public health world and the pleasure and sex industry.

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Bi'Cause

Bi’Cause is a French association, aimed at people who define themselves or are perceived as bi or pan, or who are interested in these orientations.

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In Her Vision

In Her Vision provides free eye exams and prescription glasses to underserved communities in North Carolina, and somatic coaching which allows for more to be revealed through the soma such that the change and transformation we seek can become embodied and fully part of our being.

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Management Team

During the years, many individuals have joined our team. We want to honor their presence and their efforts, while respecting their privacy and security.

Soudeh Rad

They/Them

Executive Director

As executive director, Soudeh sits at the helm of Spectrum, steering it, managing its operations, and carrying out its mission according to the strategic direction of the board of directors.

Zeynab Peyghambarzadeh

They/Them

Programme Manager

Based in the UK, Zeynab is a co-founder of Spectrum, a queer-feminist activist, sex educator, researcher on bisexuality and asylum, and sociology lecturer at Iran Academia.

Moujan Mirdamadi

She/They

Programme Manager

Moujan (she/they) is an independent researcher, author, and scholar of philosophy and mental health, and advanced Mind-Body Medicine trainee.

Our Board

Our Board members join us with their passion and shared values, from all around the world. Some also engage in daily activities of Spectrum, offering more than their insights.

Zeynab Peyghambarzadeh

They/Them

Member of the Board

Based in the UK, Zeynab is a co-founder of Spectrum, a queer-feminist activist, sex educator, researcher on bisexuality and asylum, and sociology lecturer at Iran Academia.

Moujan Mirdamadi

She/They

Member of the Board

Moujan (she/they) is an independent researcher, author, and scholar of philosophy and mental health, and advanced Mind-Body Medicine trainee.

Paulina Klik

She/her

Member of the Board

Paula is a lesbian feminist with back ground in Gender Studies and Psychology, working as a psychologist.

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Member of teh board

S is a valuable member of the board who wants her identity be hidden.

Zeynab Peyghambarzadeh

They / Them

Member of the Board

Based in the UK, Zeynab is a co-founder of Spectrum, a queer-feminist activist, sex educator, researcher on bisexuality and asylum, and sociology lecturer at Iran Academia.

Moujan Mirdamadi

They / Them

Member of the Board

Moujan (she/they) is an independent researcher, author, and scholar of philosophy and mental health, and advanced Mind-Body Medicine trainee.

Paulina Klik

They / Them

Member of the Board

Paula is a lesbian feminist with back ground in Gender Studies and Psychology, working as a psychologist.

S.

They / Them

Member of teh board

S is a valuable member of the board who wants her identity be hidden.

Team Members

During the years, many individuals have joined our team. We want to honour their presence and their efforts, while respecting their privacy and security.