Sepideh Rashno
سپیده رشنو
Writer and poet
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View Timeline →Civil Disobedience Against Mandatory Hijab; Sepideh Rashno Summoned to Prison
Sepideh Rashno, a civil activist against mandatory hijab, has been summoned to prison to serve a sentence of over three years for her activism. This…
Sepideh Rashno, Opponent of Mandatory Hijab, Summoned to Serve Prison Sentence
Sepideh Rashno, a writer and translator, has been summoned to serve a lengthy prison sentence for her protests against mandatory hijab in Iran. Her case…
Sepideh Rashno: The Power of the Powerless Stands Against Oppression
Sepideh Rashno, a civil activist against compulsory hijab, expressed gratitude for the support of the powerless as her prison sentence is postponed. She criticized the…
The Execution of Sepideh Rashno's Sentence Suspended
Sepideh Rashno's prison sentence has been suspended until August 4 after her brother announced a retrial. Rashno, a civil activist, criticized her unjust punishment for…
Sepideh Rashno, Civil Activist Opposing Mandatory Hijab: Every Individual Must Stand for Their Identity and Personal Life
Sepideh Rashno, a civil activist sentenced to over three years in prison for opposing mandatory hijab, criticized her punishment and called for individuals to stand…
American PEN Calls on Writers Worldwide to Speak Up for Sepideh Rashno and Imprisoned Authors
The American PEN Association has called on global writers to advocate for Sepideh Rashno, an imprisoned Iranian author protesting mandatory hijab. Rashno's writings highlight the…
Government's Stance on Mandatory Hijab Enforcement; Police Official: Change of Government Will Not Affect 'Noor Plan' Implementation
The Iranian government continues to enforce mandatory hijab laws, with police officials asserting that the 'Noor Plan' will remain in effect regardless of any changes…
Increased Pressure on Political Prisoners and Civil Activists in Iran; Sepideh Rashno Summoned for Prison Sentence Execution
The article reports on the increasing pressure on political prisoners and civil activists in Iran, highlighting the cases of Reza Aghdasi, Sepideh Rashno, and others…
In a New Report by the American PEN Association, Iran Maintains Its Rank as the Largest Prison for Female Writers in the World
The American PEN Association's 'Writing Freedom Index' report reveals that Iran is the second largest prison for writers globally and the largest for female writers,…
PEN America Condemns the Imprisonment of Sepideh Rashno; Parastoo Farah: Standing for Freedom is More Beautiful than Freedom Itself
PEN America condemned the imprisonment of Iranian poet and activist Sepideh Rashno, who received a sentence of three years and 11 months for opposing mandatory…
Continued Wave of Widespread Arrests in Iran; Hassan Nayeb Hashem: A Sign of Government Fear
The Iranian government continues to arrest political and civil activists, particularly targeting women's rights advocates and opponents of mandatory hijab. Dr. Hassan Nayeb Hashem highlights…
Sepideh Rashno's Account of Her Hijab-Free Trip to Her Hometown: 'Women, Life, Freedom' Is Not Just for Tehran
Sepideh Rashno, a civil rights activist, shared her experience of resisting mandatory hijab during a visit to her hometown, emphasizing that the movement for 'Women,…
Student Day in Iran; The 'Exorbitant Costs' of Student Activists in Confrontation with the Government
On Student Day in Iran, a report reveals that thousands of students have faced expulsion, suspension, and other punitive measures for participating in protests since…
Sepideh Rashno After Receiving Final Prison Sentence: Being Condemned for Having Hair is 'Utter Absurdity'
Sepideh Rashno, an activist against mandatory hijab, has received a four-year prison sentence for having hair, which she calls 'utter absurdity.' Her lawyer states that…
Publication of the List of 100 Inspiring and Influential Women in the World; Iranian Women Included
The BBC has released its list of 100 inspiring women for 2023, featuring several Iranian women, including Sepideh Rashno, known for her opposition to mandatory…
Tehran University Confirms Student Transferred to 'Clinic' After 'Hijab Warning'; Lost Consciousness Due to 'Stress'
Tehran University confirmed that a female student lost consciousness due to stress from a hijab warning by security personnel, while the incident has been politicized…