Evan Firoozi is a seasoned technologist and a passionate advocate for internet freedom. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, Evan has dedicated over a decade of his career to collaborating with various organizations, including NetFreedom Pioneers, United for Iran, and ASL19, to design, localize, and deploy cutting-edge software and technologies aimed at breaking down information barriers. Evan has been an active member of NetFreedom Pioneers since 2014, contributing his expertise to numerous initiatives. He is currently Executive Director of NetFreedom Pioneers; leading the organization’s mission to empower individuals to exercise their digital rights and liberties. Prior to moving to the US, he was a journalist and human rights activist. He was arrested several times by the Iranian government and was imprisoned in the notorious Evin prison.