Vahid Rajablu, an Iranian entrepreneur known for creating applications and websites to facilitate the daily lives and activities of disabled individuals, announced his immigration to America in his latest Instagram post. The 36-year-old posted from what appears to be San Rafael, California, stating: "They can no longer harm me, and they can no longer tell me how to act or how to live, walk slowly so we don't notice you." He suffers from the congenital disease SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy), which gradually deteriorates body muscles. In his new post, he wrote: "In my last protest in Iran for SMA medication, the response I received was, 'Be careful with your behavior and don't create gatherings; don't poison the thoughts of others... don't... don't... don't... there are more important priorities for us than providing your medication. Your life is not as valuable as you think.'" Rajablu has been recognized in Iran for innovations such as the online platform 'Tavanito,' which provides services in health, medicine, rehabilitation, education, and public services to Iranian citizens, with over ten thousand disabled and non-disabled citizens utilizing its services. Concurrently with the recent protests in November, Rajablu had reported being summoned by the authorities. A group of deaf individuals in Mashhad has signed a petition calling for the implementation of Article 27 of the Disability Law. Disabled individuals are protesting the seventh development plan, claiming that "20% of beneficiaries are eliminated annually," while the law "supporting the rights of the disabled" remains neglected, with only 655,000 tomans allocated for "living expenses."
Vahid Rajablu, Entrepreneur Helping to Facilitate Life for the Disabled, Immigrates to America
Vahid Rajablu, an Iranian entrepreneur focused on improving the lives of disabled individuals, has immigrated to the U.S. after facing governmental pressure in Iran. His departure highlights ongoing issues regarding the treatment and rights of disabled people in Iran, particularly in light of recent protests and inadequate governmental support.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Vahid Rajablu, an Iranian entrepreneur focused on aiding disabled individuals, has immigrated to the U.S. after facing governmental pressure in Iran. He shared his experiences of oppression and the lack of support for disabled rights in his home country.
- Rajablu created the platform 'Tavanito' to assist disabled individuals in Iran.
- He faced governmental pressure and threats for advocating for disabled rights.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Disabled individuals in Iran often face significant challenges, including lack of access to essential services and government support. Rajablu's work and subsequent immigration reflect the broader issues of human rights and advocacy in the country.
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