Shirin Rumjahn – Board Member

Shirin Rumjahn (Vajra Chan Duan) is a dedicated Buddhist practitioner with over 27 years of experience in the non-profit sector. Born in Hong Kong, she migrated to Brisbane in 1989 before settling on the Gold Coast for eight years. She pursued a double degree in Arts and Business on the Gold Coast before relocating to Tasmania in 1997, where she began her spiritual journey in Buddhist practice. 

Currently, Shirin serves as the abbot of three Buddhist temples in Hobart and holds board positions in four organizations across Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. Her work is strongly focused on promoting peace, harmony, mutual respect, and cross-cultural understanding. Over the past two decades, she has actively participated in numerous religious, cultural, and charitable initiatives across Australia, as well as in Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Germany, Switzerland, and New Zealand.  

As a migrant who arrived in the 1980s, Shirin has witnessed the success of Australia’s multicultural policies and remains committed to fostering inclusivity and cohesion within the community. She continues to contribute to the ongoing development of multiculturalism in Australia through her leadership and advocacy efforts.