Hakan Nawabi (Persian: هاکان نوابی, born July 31, 1990) is an Afghan-Canadian freelance journalist, writer, entrepreneur, and blogger.

Hakan was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, as the elder of two children in a family deeply rooted in Afghan cultural and literary traditions.

He has contributed to numerous publications in both Dari and English, covering a wide array of topics such as social justice, human rights, and cultural narratives.

He emphasizes themes that resonate with the Afghan diaspora and global audiences, fostering discussions on unity, cultural heritage, and the importance of community.

Hakan’s writing engages with themes of identity, resilience, and the human experience, allowing him to articulate complex emotions and social issues, which has earned him recognition within literary circles.

His personal experiences as a refugee and member of the diaspora inform his writing and advocacy work, allowing him to serve as a bridge between cultures.

Hakan is known for his reflections on unity and compassion, encapsulated in one of his notable quotes: “It doesn’t matter from which ethnicity you belong; but always be like a bounded body and never let anyone suffer in pain.

!” Hakan remains a significant voice in journalism and cultural advocacy, navigating the intersections of literature, social justice, and the Afghan experience.