Shahindokht Molaverdi
شهیندخت مولاوردی
Assistant to the President for Citizen's Rights
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View Timeline →Close Associates of Khatami Emphasize: Sharia Hijab Cannot Be Enforced by Law
A pamphlet published by legal scholars and clerics, with an introduction by former President Khatami, argues that Sharia hijab cannot be enforced by law and…
Former Advisor to Rouhani: We Could Not Even Bring One Bill for Women to the Parliament
Shahindokht Molaverdi, a former advisor to President Rouhani, expressed her frustration over the lack of progress in women's rights legislation during her tenure, stating that…
Educational Deprivation and Business Prohibition: The Life of Baha'is in Iran
Baha'is in Iran face ongoing persecution, including business closures and educational deprivation, as security forces continue to target them. Recent actions include sealing shops and…
Abdul Fattah Soltani Granted Leave Following the Death of His Young Daughter
Abdul Fattah Soltani, an imprisoned Iranian lawyer, was granted temporary leave to attend the funeral of his daughter, Homa, who died unexpectedly at 27. This…
Letter to Hassan Rouhani; 125 University Professors Protest Arrests and Judicial Sentences Against Students
125 university professors in Iran have written to President Hassan Rouhani protesting the arrests and heavy sentences against students following recent protests. They demand his…
Dolatabadi Links Detained Students from December Protests to 'Foreign Movements'
Tehran's prosecutor linked detained students from the December 2017 protests to foreign political movements, asserting that their heavy sentences stem from these connections. The government…
Sadeghi: Heavy Sentences Against Students Based on Reports from Rouhani's Intelligence Ministry
Mahmoud Sadeghi revealed that heavy sentences against detained students were based on reports from the Intelligence Ministry during Rouhani's presidency. Protests continue in Iranian universities…
Continued Protests Against Heavy Sentences for Detained Students from December
Student protests in Iran continue against heavy sentences issued for those detained during December protests. The government faces criticism from students and officials regarding its…
A Group of Students Boycotted Exams in Protest Against Prison Sentences for Detainees
Students at the University of Tehran protested against prison sentences for fellow students detained during the December 2017 protests by boycotting exams. The protest highlights…
Rohani Calls for Women's Presence in Stadiums
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for the allowance of women in sports stadiums and the broadcasting of women's sports on state television, challenging the…
Police to be Permanently Stationed Around Schools in Tehran
Tehran police will permanently station officers around schools to combat drug trafficking and harassment, particularly focusing on high schools. This initiative comes amid rising concerns…
Rouhani's Assistant Announces Efforts to Draft Comprehensive Law on Acid Attacks
Shahindokht Molaverdi announced efforts to draft a comprehensive law to address the rising incidents of acid attacks in Iran, particularly following a recent attack in…
Violent Encounter of Guidance Patrol Raises Questions for Interior Minister
The violent encounter of a Guidance Patrol officer with a woman has led to questions from parliament members directed at the Interior Minister. This incident,…
Reactions to Video of a Girl Being Beaten by Morality Police
A video of a girl being beaten by Iran's morality police has gone viral, prompting official reactions and widespread social media outrage. Key officials, including…
Wife of Ahmadreza Jalali Writes to Rouhani's Deputy: My Children Have Been Threatened with Abuse
Vida Mehran-Nia, the wife of imprisoned physician Ahmadreza Jalali, has written a letter to a government official denying the accusations against her husband and detailing…
Human Rights Campaign: Some Iranian Protesters Have Been Charged with 'Death Penalty Offenses'
The Human Rights Campaign in Iran reports that many detainees from January protests face serious charges that could lead to the death penalty. These charges…
Rohani's Assistant for Citizen Rights Also Requested to Visit Prisons
Shahindokht Molaverdi, the assistant to the President on citizen rights, has requested to visit detention centers amid concerns over detainee treatment following recent protests. Despite…
16 Baha'i Shops Closed in Tabriz
Authorities in East Azerbaijan Province have closed 16 Baha'i businesses in Tabriz without providing a clear reason. This action is part of a long history…
Khamenei: Women's Cycling in Public Spaces is Not Permissible
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has declared that women's cycling in public spaces is not permissible, citing concerns over modesty and potential corruption. This ruling follows a…
Baby Selling in Tehran
Reports indicate that baby selling has become a normalized practice in the outskirts of Tehran, despite government claims of its illegality. Officials, including members of…