Djavad Mowafaghian's life is a testament to the principles of love, compassion and generosity. His legacy and the impact he has on the lives of others are beyond measure.

"Children are our world’s most priceless gift. Anything I can do to support their health and education now will help them throughout their entire lives ~ Djavad Mowafaghian

The pursuit of truth and beauty is a sphere of activity in which we are permitted to remain children all our lives ~ Albert Einstein

… in serving the best interests of children, we serve the best interests of all humanity ~ Carol Bellamy

Djavad Mowafaghian’s life is a testament to the principles of love, compassion and generosity. His legacy and the impact he has on the lives of others are beyond measure.

Djavad Mowafaghian Foundation

The Djavad Mowafaghian Foundation’s mandate is to better the lives of children through health and education.

Who We Are

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.  Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
~ Margaret Mead

What We Do

Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries.  Without them, humanity cannot survive.
~ Dalai Lama

Why We Serve

I alone cannot change the World, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples.
~ Mother Theresa

What We Fund

I have the audacity to believe that peoples everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for their minds, and dignity, equality, and freedom for their spirits.
~ Martin Luther King Jr.

Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health

The Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health is a leading facility for brain research and patient care. Hundreds of professionals are working together to unravel the mysteries of the brain and are getting closer to finding cures for a wide range of complex conditions. The DMCBH is helping to translate cutting-edge research findings into new treatments and therapies, enabling patients to benefit from receiving the highest possible quality of care.

Working Together Brings Results

The Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health continues to prove that incredible things happen when people work together. The Centre’s mandate – to bring together the best in research and care under one roof – is being realized every day. It can be seen in the groundbreaking research, the clinics where patients come to receive top-of-the-line care, and in the collaborations that bring together scientists and clinicians to advance the search for cures to devastating brain diseases.

Beaty Biodiversity Museum

Support from The Djavad Mowafaghian Foundation enhanced the Beaty Biodiversity Museum’s capacity for public education and community outreach. Each year, UBC’s research community, students and thousands of visitors interact with the museum’s unique exhibits and peerless collections.

The Beaty Biodiversity Museum teaches our children the wonders and fragility of many of the species with whom we share the Earth.

Schools built in Iran

Health facilities funded

Charities supported