NCRI Women's Committee

Deadly Bandar Abbas Explosion – Six days after the catastrophic explosion at Bandar Abbas, flames continue to rise from the ruins of Sina Company —a facility linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The warehouse reportedly stored hazardous materials, and its explosion has become one of the deadliest industrial disasters in Iran’s history. Firefighters still cannot approach the c...

Between March 24 and April 9, 2025—over a span of two and a half weeks— at least 13 young women and girls were killed in cities and towns across Iran, most at the hands of male relatives — fathers, husbands, brothers, etc. These tragic incidents highlight the ongoing epidemic of gender-based killings and violence in the country, where perpetrators often act with impunity and victims are left witho...

On April 27, 1981, some 200,000 Tehran residents participated in a demonstration called for by the Association of Mothers supporting the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran. Surprised by the enormous tide of brave women and the people who supported them, the regime mobilized the IRGC to crack down on the protest. The Revolutionary Guards attacked the protest by brave mothers supporting the PMO...

The women’s ward at Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad has effectively become an exile camp for female inmates— an environment marred by neglect , suffering, and the complete disregard of human rights. Prisoners are subjected to deplorable sanitary, nutritional, and medical conditions, with fundamental rights routinely violated. Despite its limited capacity, the prison currently holds at least 3,500 inma...

The suicide of Narges Mohammadpour, a fourth-year medical resident of obstetrics and gynecology a hospital in Tabriz, Iran , has highlighted the dire conditions faced by medical interns and the growing mental health crisis in Iran's healthcare system. Narges Mohammadpour's tragic death , which occurred after a high-pressure shift involving the emergency cesarean section of a baby, has se...

In a move that has sparked outrage among civil society and human rights advocates, Iranian state media reported on Sunday, April 20, that a new agreement has been signed between Iran’s Chief of Police (The State Security Force), Ahmad Reza Radan, and the Minister of Education, Alireza Kazemi. The memorandum grants the SSF new authority within the education system, allowing them to enforce Mandator...

Across Iran, a powerful force has emerged in the face of tyranny: the courageous women—especially mothers—who have transformed grief into resistance and silence into an unrelenting voice for justice. From mourning mothers who lost their children to the regime's bullets to fearless activists who risk everything to speak out, these women have become the moral backbone of Iran’s uprising. Their...

Fifty years later, anti-Iranian regime activist Aziz Rezaee still bears the scars of torture on the bottoms of her frail feet. Yet, the 96-year-old’s years of abuse and political imprisonment stemmed not from the iron fist of the Mullahs but from their predecessor, Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, revealing the underbelly of an Iranian epoch often romanticized by history as a bastion of freedom and pro...

 Iran’s Nursing Crisis - The ongoing crisis in Iran’s healthcare system is pushing nurses to the brink. Low wages, excessive workloads, and poor working conditions have led to a mass exodus of healthcare professionals seeking better opportunities abroad.  A Growing Shortage of Nurses The Iranian regime has kept nurses’ salaries below the poverty line while increasing their workload by reducing the...

Welcome to another episode of the NCRI Women's Committee Podcasts. In Iran, the fundamental right to healthcare is increasingly out of reach , particularly for women, as the regime prioritizes its survival over the welfare of its people. Under the dictatorship of Velayat al-Faqih, preserving the regime takes precedence, often at the expense of citizens' basic rights. The healthcare crisi...

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Today, we’re doing a deep dive into something pretty incredible: the fight of Iranian women for freedom and democracy. It’s been going on for over 150 years. It is remarkable and it’s so important to remember that this fight goes way beyond the Hijab, though that’s what people often focus on. It’s really about challenging the whole system that uses women’s lives as a tool to hold on to hold on to...

With International Women’s Day just two weeks away, today, we salute the incredible women worldwide who have fought and paved the way for women’s rights and equality. And today, we’re diving into the fierce and relentless battle of Iranian women . They’ve been at the forefront of the fight for freedom and democracy in Iran, and their courage is nothing short of inspiring. When we think of Iran, un...

Today, we’re exploring a story of resilience, courage, and unbreakable determination—the role of Iranian women in the 1979 revolution. As we mark the anniversary of the 1979 Revolution, on February 11, 1979, we’ll take a closer look at the significant role women played in this historic movement—how they defied societal norms, risked their lives, and stood at the forefront of the revolution. Their...

Qarchak Prison—it’s been called one of the most notorious facilities in Iran. Why is it so infamous? It really lives up to that reputation. Qarchak is the only all-women’s prison in Iran , located in Varamin, about 35 kilometers southeast of Tehran. But it’s far from being a place of rehabilitation. Overcrowding, filthy living conditions, and the mistreatment of inmates make it a living nightmare...

Welcome to the NCRI Women’s Committee podcast. As always, we are here to amplify the voices of women in Iran and shed light on the struggles they face under the clerical regime. Today, we delve into one of the most horrifying and systemic issues plaguing Iranian women: femicide and honor killings. To begin, let us remember Ghazaaleh Hodoodi , a 27-year-old mother from Sanandaj, whose life was trag...

Welcome to the NCRI Women’s Committee podcast. In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most pressing issues of women in Iran—the Iranian regime’s retreat from enforcing its controversial new mandatory hijab law. This is an issue that affects millions of lives and highlights both the resilience of Iranian women and the regime’s weakness. The announcement of the enforcement of the law on Novembe...

Today, as we are approaching the end of the 16 Days of Activism to help Eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls, we’re going to discuss the disturbing rise of violence against women in Iran under the current regime and especially, a controversial law that’s going to be enforced soon to compel women to observe the mandatory Hijab.   While violence against women is a global issue, the situation i...

Today, as we mark the anniversary of the November 2019 uprising — one of the largest uprisings in modern Iranian history — we’ll explore the role, widespread presence, and leadership of women in this movement. This uprising showcased extraordinary moments of courage and leadership by Iranian women.  We dedicate this episode to the women of the November 2019 uprising, and we’ll focus on the role of...

Welcome to this episode of the NCRI Women’s Committee podcast where we uncover one of the darkest facets of human rights abuse within the prison system of the Iranian regime which has victimized many women.  The regime's treatment of political prisoners has always been harsh. Some reports reveal an even more sinister strategy: forcing illness and breaking prisoners through brutal tactics that...

In this episode, we’re going to discuss the controversial new hijab bill , which many are calling a violation of Iranian women’s fundamental human rights.   This bill, which has stirred both domestic and international outrage, was actually approved by the Guardian Council about a month ago. One of the parliament members had already announced it back on September 17 , but the government still hasn’...

Welcome to this episode of the NCRI Women’s Committee Podcast , where we shine a light on the suffering and struggle of women in Iran. Today, we’re focusing on a critical issue in Iran’s healthcare sector that has been escalating in recent months. Nurses across the country have been speaking out, not only in protests but also through a concerning rise in resignations and emigration. The situation...

In this episode, we’re going to discuss a subject that doesn’t get enough attention: the emotional and psychological torture inflicted on political prisoners in Iran, especially through forced divorces. The clerical regime in Iran has been using forced divorce as a psychological weapon against political prisoners. Why is it such a prevalent method? Compelling political prisoners or their spouses t...

Today, we're discussing a grave issue unfolding in Iran: the alarming rise in executions and the courageous hunger strike protest by political prisoners and prisoners across the country, including the female political prisoners who are actively involved despite enduring great hardships and punitive measures by prison authorities. Let's start by talking about the recent spike in execution...

Today, we’ll be discussing the ongoing protests by Iranian nurses, who are courageously standing up against harsh economic conditions, low wages, and difficult working conditions.  We'll also touch on the broader healthcare crisis in Iran. We hope you find this episode both informative and engaging. The situation in Iran’s healthcare system is extremely troubling. Economic instability, low wa...