Hosted by the Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences: Specialized Symposium on 'An Inquiry into the Identity and Resilience of Iranians' to Be Held

The Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, in collaboration with the Zurkhaneh and Pahlevani Wrestling Federation, will hold a specialized symposium titled 'An Inquiry into the Identity and Resilience of Iranians' on the occasion of April 6 (17 Farvardin) — National Pahlevani Culture and Zurkhaneh Sports Day.

Specialized Symposium on 'An Inquiry into the Identity and Resilience of Iranians' to Be Held

According to a statement from the Public Relations Office of the Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, this academic symposium — titled 'An Inquiry into the Identity and Resilience of Iranians: Iranian Pahlevani Culture, War, and Global Unethicality' — aims to examine the identity and ethical dimensions of Iranian society in the context of contemporary developments, adopting a scientific and interdisciplinary approach.

During the symposium, experts will analyze the role of Pahlevani culture in strengthening national identity and promoting moral virtues, while exploring concepts such as resilience, responsibility, justice-seeking, and ethical conduct in relation to global developments.

It is worth noting that the symposium, held under current circumstances, is described as an effort to deepen scientific discourse and highlight the cultural and identity capacities of Iranian society in facing global developments with awareness and responsibility.

The symposium will be held virtually on Monday, April 6 (17 Farvardin), from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Iran time).

Speakers at the event include: Dr. Mohammad Mehdi Rahmati, Professor of Sports Sociology at the University of Gilan; Dr. Mousa Akrami, Professor of Philosophy at Islamic Azad University; Dr. Seyyed Mohammad Bathaei, Deputy Minister of Interior and Head of the Social Affairs Organization of Iran; Hojjatoleslam val-Muslemin Dr. Abdolhossein Khosropanah, Secretary of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution; and Dr. Mehr Ali Barancheshmeh, Head of the Zurkhaneh and Pahlevani Wrestling Federation.

Those interested in attending the symposium can join via the following link:

https://webinar.ut.ac.ir/rooms/kvb-nmg-n6d-2ha/join

Athletes, coaches, sports administrators, researchers, professors, students, and all interested individuals are invited to participate in this academic symposium.