F1394C - The Boy I Left in Baghdad: A Journey of Survival & Healing
1 Session | Registration opens 9/21/2026 10:00 AM MST (Arizona)
Join author Naseer Haddad for a moving 90-minute presentation exploring his personal journey from Iraq to the United States. Naseer will share the pivotal experiences that shaped his life, his path toward personal healing, and the deep inspiration behind his new novel, The Boy I Left in Baghdad. Discover how resilience, memory, and hope intersect in the face of profound conflict and displacement. Includes an interactive audience Q&A.
Naseer Haddad
Naseer Haddad is an Iraqi-American writer, storyteller, and entrepreneur whose life was shaped by war, immigration, and healing. After growing up in Baghdad during the Iraq War, he immigrated to the U.S. carrying hope and trauma. Through writing, he explores displacement, identity, and resilience. His debut novel, "The Boy I Left in Baghdad," follows an immigrant confronting painful memories. Beyond writing, Naseer uses storytelling, family traditions, and public speaking to connect communities.