Human Rights Defenders Association
انجمن دفاع از حقوق بشر
Human rights organization
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View Timeline →Zhina Modarres-Gorji, journalist and women's rights activist, sentenced to 21 years in prison
Zhina Modarres-Gorji, a journalist and women's rights activist, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison by the Revolutionary Court of Sanandaj on various charges…
Two Civil and Human Rights Organizations Criticize Sentencing of 60 Years in Prison for Activists in Gilan
Two civil and human rights organizations in Iran criticized the sentencing of 11 activists to a total of 60 years in prison for advocating women's…
On the Eve of Nowruz 1403, a Group of Former Female Prisoners Calls for the Unconditional Release of Maryam Akbari Monfared
A group of over 60 former female prisoners has called for the unconditional release of Maryam Akbari Monfared, a political prisoner serving her fourteenth year…
Conviction of a Lawyer for Informing About the Isfahan House Case
Sina Yousefi, a lawyer, was sentenced to one year in prison for informing about the controversial Isfahan House case, which involved the deaths of three…
The Human Rights Defenders Association Awards Human Rights Statue to Narges Mohammadi
The Human Rights Defenders Association awarded a statue to imprisoned activist Narges Mohammadi on Cyrus the Great Day. This event highlights her recognition as a…
Evin Prison Chief Prevents Transfer of Reza Shahabi to Hospital Due to Not Wearing Prison Clothes
Reza Shahabi, a political prisoner and member of the Syndicate of Workers of Tehran and Suburbs Bus Company, was denied transfer to a hospital for…
Exclusive | Hunger Strike of Two Political Prisoners in Qazalhessar; Yashar Tabrizi Transferred to Ward 241 of Evin
Two political prisoners, Zartosht Ahmadi Raghb and Reza Salmandzadeh, are on hunger strike in Qazalhessar prison protesting inhumane conditions. Yashar Tabrizi, a human rights activist,…
Letter from the Human Rights Defenders Association to Javid Rahman; Lives of Prisoners at Risk
The Human Rights Defenders Association has raised alarms about the health risks faced by thirteen political prisoners transferred to Qazalhasar Prison under dire conditions. They…
Hamidreza Najafi Summoned for 'Final Defense': The Islamic Republic Does Not Deserve the People
Hamidreza Najafi, a civil activist, has been summoned for final defense alongside imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi after being accused of spreading falsehoods. Najafi criticized the…
New Case Filed Against Imprisoned Lawyer for Informing About Pressures and Threats Against Detainees
A new case has been filed against imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi for informing about threats against detained protesters. Najafi has faced multiple legal challenges for…
Alireza Rajai Wins Annual Award from Human Rights Defenders Association
Alireza Rajai, a political activist and journalist, was awarded the 'Human Rights Defender' award by the Human Rights Defenders Association for his contributions and the…
Window; Continued Arrests of Journalists and Civil Activists in Iran
In recent days, several journalists and civil activists have been arrested in Iran despite international condemnation. Key figures include Zeinab Karimiann and Tahereh Riahi, among…
Human Rights Defenders Criticize Whipping of Journalists in Iran
The Human Rights Defenders Association has condemned the recent whipping of journalists in Iran, particularly highlighting the case of Hosseini Mohammadi, who was punished for…
Call by the Human Rights Defenders Association for 'Global Solidarity' with Narges Mohammadi
The Human Rights Defenders Association has called for global solidarity with Narges Mohammadi, who is serving a 16-year prison sentence deemed 'unprecedented' by former members…
Narges Mohammadi's 16-Year Prison Sentence Upheld by Appeals Court
Narges Mohammadi's 16-year prison sentence has been upheld by the Iranian Appeals Court, confirming previous charges related to national security and anti-regime activities. Her case…
Saeed Madani Goes to Bandar Abbas for Exile
Saeed Madani, a sociologist and political activist, has been sent to Bandar Abbas to serve a 10-year exile following a 6-year prison sentence. His sentence…