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Such sad news….

Iranian singer given three years in jail for song about Mahsa Amini protests Shervin Hajipour sentenced for ‘inciting and provoking people to riot to disturb national security’

Finally, some good news from Iran!! Iranian pop singer Mehdi Yarrahi was freed on bail today following his detention for releasing a song against the compulsory hejab back in August.

Long coulourful protest about Iran - in Berlin

https://youtu.be/MXJErITKf2g?si=lZz4uf2ZS2V9eTgb

Holm (A Dream) Live in Tunis for Mahsa Amini

Narges Mohammadi: Iranian woman jailed for rights work wins Nobel Peace prize Narges Mohammadi is currently serving a 10-year sentence in Iran's notorious Evin prison.

On now….

On the first anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death, her mother talks movingly for the first time

Mahsa Amini's mother pays tribute to daughter one year on from death - BBC News Mahsa Amini's mother Mojgan Eftekhari has given her first interview, following the death of her daughter one year ago.Mahsa died in September 2022 after she ...

Iran’s ‘gender apartheid’ bill could jail women for 10 years for not wearing hijab Shops that serve unveiled women could be shut under draft law UN human rights body says suppresses women into ‘total submission’

Marking the first anniversary of Mahsa Amini at the hands of the 'morality police' in Iran, this event on Saturday September 16th aims to immerse participants in Iranian culture - prepare to enjoy live performances, spoken word, and delicious food. Tickets are now on sale!

Woman Life Freedom at The Bridge Farm Bristol Join us in marking one year since the death of Mahsa Amini sparked protest and revolution in Iran. We will celebrate her life and share the true vibrancy of Iranian culture - through a fully immersive experience with delicious food, drink, art and live music! Proceeds will go to Aid Box Community an...

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-66218318

Iran's morality police to resume headscarf patrols The controversial police unit enforces Iran's strict dress code and has been accused of brutality.

Students barred from Iranian universities for refusing to wear a hijab Female students reportedly given sham disciplinary ‘hearings’, suspended from classes and threatened with ‘zero grades’ for defying head covering law

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/jul/05/brazil-womens-world-cup-team-plane-tribute-iran-protesters?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

Brazil team arrive in Australia for Women’s World Cup with tribute to Iran protesters Squad land in plane bearing images of Mahsa Amini and Amir Nasr Azadani on the tail

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001nbh3

BBC Two - Inside the Iranian Uprising The story Iran tried to hide - what really happened during the recent street protests.

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Sahar Zand: Why Iranians are cutting their hair for "Woman, Life, Freedom" Filmmaker Sahar Zand vividly explores the ongoing struggle women face at the hands of Iranian morality police -- like living as second-class citizens with no right to travel, divorce or wear their hair uncovered -- and points to new hope as protests against this unfair treatment continue across the....

WHAT CAN WE DO?

WOMAN, LIFE, FREEDOM
*The Islamic Republic of Iran is a corrupt, cruel and oppressive regime
*Iran has one of the worst Human Rights records in the world
*Recently women and girls have been the primary target of violence and persecution by the State
*Any opposition is brutally suppressed with activists, protesters, and often innocent bystanders, violently abused, tortured or murdered. The average age of people arrested is 15
*The current official toll of 537 deaths and executions contrasts starkly with 145,000 unaccounted deaths reported in 2022
*The freedoms we take for granted, such as proper trials or equal rights for women and minorities, are denied to them
*Many Iranians are forced to leave their country and live in exile due to fear of persecution

BE A VOICE:
*Share Information with others on social media and in person.
*Let your MP know you care about Human Rights in Iran

KEEP INFORMED and DONATE through these charities and non-profit organisations:
*International Liberty Association: https://iliberty.org.uk This charity aims to promote respect for human rights in Iran and the Middle East and to assist victims. ILA has a newsletter you can sign up for.
*Amnesty International: www.amnesty.org.uk Amnesty currently has a specific campaign for Human Rights in Iran.
*The Centre for Human Right in Iran: https://iranhumanrights.org brings together journalists, researchers, lawyers and activists from around the world. They work to research and analyse issues in Iran and turn their findings into press releases and articles.
*United for Iran: https://united4iran.org.en This feminist organisation is run by Iranians outside Iran. They empower a network of coders. developers and activists to support people inside Iran through app technology, online advocacy and public education.
*Borderlands: https://www.borderlands.uk.com This Bristol based charity offers mentoring, a safe place drop-in centre with a range of services, English classes, sleep support and relaxation sessions. It is a member of the Bristol Refugee and Asylum Seeker Partnership (BRASP).

Amnesty International petition to end the bloodshed in Iran - do sign….

Embassy of Iran: end the bloodshed in Iran now Mahsa Amini's killing has resparked nationwide protests in Iran. Authorities have responded with violent crackdowns. Sign the petition to the Iranian Embassy: authorities must be held accountable.

£2800 raised for Amnesty International on Saturday night!! Thanks so much to everyone who bought tickets and donated. It was a great night!! 🙏❤️🎶

The Woman Life Freedom gig on Saturday night was a beautiful evening of connection and solidarity.

The Gasworks Singers began with the ancient song “Ide Were”, about the Yoruba goddess of femininity, love and friendship. They went on to sing MILCK’s song "Quiet" which became the anthem for the Women’s March in 2017.

Natasha and Hanna spoke magnificently and with poise and grace about the current situation in Iran and the impact it is having. Natasha's words moved us to tears.

Omid provided a backdrop of images of Iran and those who have been killed by the regime and we heard the song “Baraye” by 26-year-old Shervin Hajipour. Composed of tweets from protesters, this song went viral earlier this year and picked up a Grammy.

The evening finished with the exuberant Fantasy Orchestra wearing Iran's colours of green, white and red and the Gasworks Singers joined them at the end to sing Bon Jovi’s “It’s My Life”.

Thank you to all who shared this evening with us, to the organisers behind the scenes, to the performers, to Hanna and Natasha, to Omid, our friend and inspiration, and to the women and freedom fighters in Iran - we see you, we support you, and we will continue to use our platforms to spread your message.
Zan, Zendegi, Azadi ✊🏽

ONLY 4 DAYS TO GO!! Support the women of Iran by coming to this fundraiser. You will hear live performances and the Grammy-winning track Baraye; speakers will talk about the current situation and you will see videos of what Iran was like before the revolution. Tickets from https://hdfst.uk/E88144 cost £10. Sat 3rd June The Elmgrove Centre Doors open 7.30 plus bar. All funds to Amnesty International