Mana Yeganeh is a cultural producer and founder of Diako Art, a France-based cultural organization dedicated to fostering intercultural dialogue through the arts. Born in Iran and now based in France, her journey has been shaped by experiences of migration and diaspora, as well as a deep commitment to cultural diversity, artistic freedom, and social inclusion.
Holding a degree in International Organizations Management from the University of Geneva, Switzerland, and a background in Arts and Heritage Management, Mana has developed an interdisciplinary practice at the intersection of cultural cooperation, artistic production, and social engagement. Her work focuses on creating opportunities for artists to connect across borders and on developing cultural initiatives that strengthen dialogue between communities.
Through Diako Art, she supports artists from diverse backgrounds, with particular attention to refugees, diaspora communities, and underrepresented creators. She develops and manages artistic and cultural projects, facilitates artists’ professional integration, fosters international collaborations, and creates platforms for exchange through exhibitions, film screenings, workshops, festivals, and interdisciplinary events.
Over the years, she has coordinated and produced numerous cultural initiatives exploring themes such as migration, women’s rights, memory, discrimination, identity, and intercultural dialogue. She is also actively involved in independent cinema, supporting the production and international dissemination of films by emerging and underrepresented filmmakers.
Mana believes that art is a powerful tool for dialogue, transmission, and solidarity. Through her work, she seeks to build meaningful connections between cultures and create spaces where artistic expression transcends geographical, cultural, and linguistic boundaries.
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Residence(s):
- Hotel Saint Valiere, France (2026)
