Dr Tahereh Pourshafie has over 30 years of experience in academic and community development, specialising in teacher education and in developing academic skills and English language proficiency for diverse student populations at universities and communities in India, Australia, Israel and Botswana. She was Deputy Principal in Botswana, introducing new efficiency systems for the school’s operations. Dr Pourshafie is a committed advocate of moral-based education and the promotion of peace and harmony to achieve community and environmental sustainability. She provides volunteer services to committees and groups, primarily in Bahá'í communities, to build responsible personal and social values within international grassroots communities.