To coincide with International Women's Month exhibit highlights female-led movement against Iran, tells the story of 5 female protesters who stood up to the regime at the cost of their freedom and physical safety
The Islamic Republic is now a hollow misnomer. It is a theocracy that has demolished the participatory base it once used to legitimize its rule, writes Ali Vaez.
Hijab has become a symbol of women s struggle in Iran. While the protests against the mandatory headscarf law are ongoing, we wonder how long will Iranian women have to fight for their freedom.
Activists fighting for women's rights in Iran today have learned from their predecessors' mistakes and are more determined than ever to achieve gender equality.