Contributed by AWA+D Member Sara Moomsaz
I stand in solidarity with Mahsa Amini's loved ones and Iranian women. Just over four weeks ago the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who was arrested and killed by the Morality Police for so-called "Unacceptable Hijab", ignited protests throughout Iran and the globe advocating for freedom and justice. Many more women and men have sacrificed their lives seeking freedom and justice in this uprising.
I believe women's rights are human rights, and salute the courage of Iranian women and men who are fighting for these rights.
I encourage all of my friends & allies to educate yourselves and share this information with your individual communities, and to reach out to political representatives and voice your concern on behalf of these courageous Iranian women.
Here are some links to websites for more information
https://www.cnn.com/2022/09/24/middleeast/mahsa-amini-death-iran-internet-un-investigation-intl-hnk
https://www.npr.org/2022/10/03/1126603977/iran-mahsa-amini-solidarity-protests