Masih Alinejad to Receive International Journalism Award

Masih Alinejad will receive the International Journalism Award for her courageous activities in journalism and human rights at the 'Women Foreign Policy Group' event in 2023. The ceremony will take place on December 7 at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C. Alinejad, who has been a leading advocate for women's rights in Iran, is recognized for her efforts in combating the compulsory hijab law through the 'White Wednesdays' campaign. Her efforts have not only highlighted the status of Iranian women but have also inspired global support for freedom and equality. The Women Foreign Policy Group event, attended by influential figures from various sectors, will showcase Alinejad's prominent role in international journalism and her unwavering commitment to women's rights. The Courage Award from the Axel Springer Foundation will also be presented to Afghan women, with a speech by Masih Alinejad. Other notable mentions include the selection of Alinejad as the president of the Global Freedom Congress, and statements from political prisoners like Narges Mohammadi, who defends freedom even at the cost of her life. An open letter from the American PEN Association calls for the immediate release of Narges Mohammadi ahead of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony, and Mohammadi's conversation with Angelina Jolie highlights the regime's suppression of dissent by burying the truth.