Archive of Statements
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For International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
As we approach November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we reflect on the long road ahead of us to end all forms of violence against women, both in public and institutionalized settings. This struggle, accompanied by resistance, often comes at a high cost to women and equality advocates. In…
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No to the Islamic Republic, No to Militarism, No to War!
It is not hidden for us that the Islamic Republic in Iran, in the shadow of its war- mongering policies and by creating a militarized atmosphere, seeks to suppress social movements to overcome its crisis of legitimacy. The legitimacy that has definitely been lost in the revolutionary uprising of “Women, Life, Freedom “. We believe…
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Condemning the Tabas Mine Tragedy!
Once again, in the Islamic Republic, a tragedy has resulted in the death of 51 workers and injury of many others. The mine owner, in pursuit of more profit, despite the workers’ warnings about the presence of gas, without conducting gas measurements in the tunnels, sent them to their deaths, destroying dozens of families. For…
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In the Name of Woman, Life, and Freedom
We, 24 independent organizations of Iranian women in the diaspora, reflect on the experiences, achievements, and challenges two years after the revolutionary uprising of Jina. This movement, sparked by the government’s killing of Jina (Mahsa) Amini, began with a quest for a life free of discrimination and inequality and has been named the “Jin, Jiyan,…
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In Solidarity with “No to Execution Tuesdays” & Campaign Against the Death Penalty!
As we approach the second anniversary of the nationwide revolutionary uprising sparked by the state-sanctioned killing of Jina (Mahsa) Amini, we witness the resistance of female political prisoners in over 18 prisons across Iran. These women are waging a significant campaign for the right to life. The “No to Execution” campaign has now entered its…