Similarly, the Carpet Museum showcased the rich heritage of Persian weaving traditions, elevating them from craft to recognized art form. Through these projects, Farah sought to present her homeland as culturally sophisticated and globally engaged.
She also supported music, ballet, theater, and cinema. Festivals celebrated both classical heritage and avant-garde experimentation. Her vision was not limited to preserving the past but included encouraging innovation and dialogue between cultures.
Social Welfare and Education
Farah’s responsibilities extended deeply into social welfare. Her office included departments dedicated to education, health, and community support. She paid particular attention to orphaned children, rural communities, and those affected by chronic illness.
Institutions for child development were expanded. The Center for the Intellectual Development of Children and Adolescents became an influential cultural and educational organization. It fostered reading programs, artistic workshops, and film production for young audiences.
Health initiatives included support for hospitals and campaigns against diseases such as leprosy. By visiting villages and provincial towns, Farah cultivated an image of accessibility. Photographs from the era often depict her interacting warmly with children, patients, and local leaders.
Education for girls also became a priority. The broader modernization efforts of the era emphasized literacy and higher education, and Farah publicly championed women’s participation in professional life.
