Golriz Ghahraman is a New Zealand politician and human rights lawyer. She is the first refugee elected to the New Zealand Parliament, and the first female MP of Iranian descent. Ghahraman was born in Tehran, Iran, and fled with her family to New Zealand in 1989 as a refugee. She studied law at the University of Auckland, and went on to become a human rights lawyer, working in the United Nations and other international organisations. Ghahraman was elected to the New Zealand Parliament in 2017 as a member of the Green Party. She is a strong advocate for human rights, and has spoken out against racism and discrimination. She has also been a vocal supporter of the LGBTQ+ community, and has campaigned for the rights of refugees and asylum seekers. Ghahraman is a passionate advocate for environmental protection, and has spoken out against climate change. Ghahraman is a powerful voice in New Zealand politics, and her story of resilience and determination has inspired many. She is a role model for refugees and immigrants, and a champion for human rights and social justice.