Biography:

I am a theologian (M.A.), public relations manager and local politician, married and the father of two sons. I live in Neumünster, Germany.

My path led from Tehran through the United States to Germany. It taught me how much understanding is possible when people listen to one another. That is the foundation of my work in communication, in leading nonprofit organizations and in politics.

Profession:

• Public relations manager

• Protestant theologian (M.A.)

• International speaker in the theological and political field

• Social media manager (IHK)

Committees and bodies in the city of Neumünster:

• Member of the city council of Neumünster

• Member of the council group Bürgerfraktion Neumünster (since March 2025)

• Deputy chair of the Committee for Social Affairs and Health

• Member of the Youth Welfare Committee

• Member of the Social Advisory Board of the Dr. Hans-Hoch Foundation

Memberships:

• Media Association of the Free Press (Medienverband der freien Presse e.V., MVFP)

• Convention of Services and Agencies of the Old Holstein Church (Konvent der Dienste und Werke der Altholsteinischen Kirche)

• Evangelical Alliance Neumünster

• Round Table for Tolerance and Democracy

What I stand for:

• An open, secular society with room for everyone

• A clear stand against extremism and antisemitism

• Strong cities and municipalities with fair funding

• Humanity toward those on the margins

Interests:

Politics, Volunteering, Philosophy, Culture, Creative Cooking, Writing