Homa Hoodfar
هما هودفر
Canadian-Iranian anthropologist
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View Timeline →Islamic Clemency in the Islamic Republic
The Iranian judiciary's recent remarks on 'Islamic clemency' highlight the lack of fair judicial processes, particularly in the case of human rights activist Narges Mohammadi,…
Ahmad Shaheed Calls for the Immediate Release of Three Dual Nationals from Iranian Prisons
Ahmad Shaheed, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran, has called for the immediate release of three dual nationals, including Iranian-British citizen Nazanin…
Homa Hoodfar: Interrogators Said I Would Never Be Released
Homa Hoodfar, a Canadian-Iranian professor, accused Iranian interrogators of psychological torture during her four-month detention, where she was threatened with death. Her release followed a…
Minister of Intelligence Acknowledges 'Instrumental Use of Criminal Acts' in Iran
Mahmoud Alavi, Iran's Minister of Intelligence, acknowledged the occasional instrumental use of criminal acts for political purposes, warning against the invasion of privacy and calling…
Homa Hoodfar Returns to Canada
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, returned to Canada after being imprisoned in Iran for four months. Her release follows international pressure and highlights the challenges…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Announces Release of Homa Hoodfar, Iranian-Canadian Professor
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, was released from Iranian detention for humanitarian reasons after facing accusations related to feminism and security crimes. Her release follows…
Iranian-Canadian MP Calls for Restoration of Relations with Tehran
Majid Jowhari, a Canadian MP, is advocating for the restoration of diplomatic relations with Iran, emphasizing that severing ties has negative consequences for both nations.…
Amnesty International: Kamal Foroughi, Iranian-British Citizen, Needs Immediate Surgery
Amnesty International has raised concerns about the health of Kamal Foroughi, a 77-year-old Iranian-British citizen imprisoned in Iran, who urgently needs cataract surgery. His case…
Inspection Organization Calls for 'Expulsion of Dual Nationals from Executive Bodies'
The head of Iran's Inspection Organization has called for the expulsion of dual nationals from executive positions, citing concerns over corruption and ease of fleeing…
Severe Concern Expressed Over the Health of Homa Hoodfar
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, is hospitalized in Iran after being in solitary confinement for three months, raising severe concerns from her family and international…
Homa Hoodfar, Iranian-Canadian Professor, Transferred from Evin Prison to Hospital
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, has been hospitalized due to severe health issues stemming from her three-month solitary confinement in Iran. Her family and Amnesty…
Amnesty International: New Attacks Against Women's Rights Activists in Iran
Amnesty International has reported a crackdown on women's rights activists in Iran, with over 10 women summoned and interrogated by the IRGC. The activists face…
An Iranian-American Citizen Arrested in Gorgan
An Iranian-American citizen, Reza Shahini, was arrested in Gorgan, Iran, on charges of acting against national security. His family has reported the arrest to U.S.…
Issuance of Indictments for Dual Nationals' Cases
The Tehran prosecutor has announced indictments for several dual nationals, including Nazanin Zaghari and Homa Hoodfar, along with seven protesters from the 2009 election. This…
Hassan Rouhani's Renewed Call for the Return of Elites to the Country
Hassan Rouhani has reiterated the importance of educated Iranians returning from abroad, citing that 200 elites have returned recently. Despite this, concerns remain about the…
Hoodfar's Family Rejects Tehran Prosecutor's Allegations Against the University Professor
Homa Hoodfar's family has rejected allegations from the Tehran prosecutor that she is involved in feminism and security crimes, emphasizing that they have had no…
Allegations Against Homa Hoodfar: 'Involvement in Feminism and Security Crimes'
Homa Hoodfar, a prominent Iranian-Canadian anthropologist, was arrested in Tehran for alleged involvement in feminism and security crimes. The Tehran Prosecutor's office has linked her…
Dozens of Renowned Humanities Professors Demand the Release of Homa Hoodfar
Homa Hoodfar, a 65-year-old Iranian-Canadian anthropologist, has been detained in Iran since June 7 without clear charges. Over 170 academics have called for her immediate…
Amnesty International Calls for 'Unconditional Release' of Homa Hoodfar
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Homa Hoodfar, a Canadian-Iranian professor detained in Iran, linking her arrest to her peaceful activities. The…
Canada: We Will Do Everything We Can for the Release of Homa Hoodfar
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, has been detained in Iran, prompting the Canadian government to express urgent concern and commit to her release. The situation…