Rezgar Akrawi رزكار عقراوي

Leftist Politician and Media Figure

Independent Leftist Thinker and Founder of "Electronic Left"

An independent leftist and a theorist of the concept of the "Electronic Left" he seeks to modernize leftist thought and organization in line with technological, cognitive, and democratic developments.

He is the coordinator of the Center for Marxist and Leftist Studies and Research, and the founder and general coordinator of Modern Discussion, one of the largest and most prominent leftist and progressive platforms in the Arab world.

Born: 1966, Aqrah – Iraq

Political Activism

Active since the 1980s in several leftist parties and organizations (including the Iraqi Communist Party, the Communist Current Organization, and the Worker-Communist Party of Iraq) until 2000. He has contributed to shaping new visions for advancing leftist action and strengthening coordination between progressive forces.

He believes in overcoming traditional divisions and focusing on shared goals. He calls for establishing a unified, democratic, and multi-platform leftist framework in Iraq, and for generalizing this experience to the Arab world based on modern scientific and technological foundations.

Human Rights

A human rights activist, he was among the early founders of the Unemployed Union in Iraq in 1992, and a member of the Iraqi Human Rights Association in Denmark (1998–2000).

He is a vocal advocate for the abolition of the death penalty and a founding member of the Right to Life Center, which campaigns against capital punishment in the Arab world. He has also worked on gender equality and women's rights, participating in numerous international conferences and forums related to these issues.

Publishing and Media

A leftist writer and researcher, he has published dozens of intellectual and political articles and studies in Arabic, Kurdish, and English newspapers, magazines, and progressive websites. He has contributed to translation and editing efforts and produced academic studies in his areas of expertise.

Technology and Digital Transformation

An IT specialist, he has played a key role in developing and supporting numerous websites and digital platforms for leftist parties, human rights groups, and feminist organizations. For over 25 years, he has worked to promote progressive thought through digital tools.

Education and Academic Background

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management (1989) from the University of Mosul, and a Higher Diploma in Computer Science (2000) from Copenhagen International College.

He has completed numerous specialized courses in internet technologies, programming, and information systems.

Currently, he works as an expert in e-government system development and has experience implementing digital transformation projects in Denmark.