راستی
Truth
Work rooted in intellectual honesty, careful memory, and fidelity to evidence.
Kashaneh Charter
Imperial Association of Writers and Artists
Who We Are
Kashaneh is a cultural institution dedicated to bringing together Iran oriented writers, artists, and researchers.
Mission & Vision
Mission
Kashaneh was established to identify, preserve, and advance Iran's cultural and civilizational heritage, and to strengthen connections among creators of cultural and artistic works.
Vision
Kashaneh seeks to rediscover and represent Iran's cultural heritage, reconnect Iranians with their historical and cultural identity, and establish an enduring space for cultural dialogue, artistic creation, and the advancement of knowledge.
Values
The standards that guide our work.
خرد
Wisdom
A commitment to inquiry, judgment, learning, and civilizational depth.
مهر
Compassion
A humane cultural practice that honors dignity, generosity, and care.
داد
Justice
Respect for creators, communities, cultural inheritance, and moral responsibility.
آبادانی
Prosperity
Culture as a force for renewal, flourishing, and shared abundance.
پیشرفت
Progress
The advancement of knowledge, artistic creation, and future generations.
Areas of Activity
How Kashaneh works in public.
Supporting Creators
Professional and collaborative initiatives for writers, poets, artists, composers, researchers, and cultural practitioners.
Preserving Cultural Heritage
Protection of Iran's historical, cultural, and artistic heritage, with significant works introduced to broader audiences.
Education and Talent Development
Workshops, mentorship, learning programs, and other paths for emerging generations.
Research and Publications
Books, articles, research, and public scholarship related to Iranian culture, art, and civilization.
Cultural Collaboration
Partnerships with universities, museums, cultural institutions, and artistic associations in Iran and internationally.
Members' Commitment
Members of Kashaneh pledge to create their work in accordance with the organization's core values:
- Truth
- Wisdom
- Compassion
- Justice
- Prosperity
- Progress