This transition marked a pivotal moment in her career as she began to immerse herself further in interdisciplinary studies, focusing particularly on the sociopolitical dynamics of Iranian and Maghreb societies.

Her 1999 book, Avoir vingt ans en Iran (Alternatives, 1999), offers a vivid portrayal of Iranian youth, navigating the complexities of tradition and modernity in a politically charged environment.

The Vatican City Agency Servizio d’informazione religiosa (SIR) described her as "the most listened-to woman of the Iranian diaspora," emphasizing her role as a critical thinker and commentator on the political and social upheavals within Iran.

[8] Her academic contributions culminated in 2024 with the publication of Rethinking Gender, Ethnicity and Religion in Iran: An Intersectional Approach to National Identity, released by Bloomsbury Publishing in Canada.

This groundbreaking work earned her the prestigious Latifeh Yarshater Award, an honor bestowed by the Persian Heritage Foundation, in recognition of her insightful and transformative exploration of the complexities of identity in Iran.

[9] Through her tireless scholarship and activism, Azadeh Kian continues to shape and challenge the discourse around gender, religion, and politics, making her one of the most influential voices in her field.