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NCRI Women"s Committee

NCRI Women"s Committee

We work extensively with Iranian women outside the country and maintain a permanent contact with women inside Iran. The Women’s Committee is actively involved with many women’s rights organizations and NGO’s and the Iranian diaspora. The committee is a major source of much of the information received from inside Iran with regards to women. Attending UN Human Rights Council meetings and other international or regional conferences on women’s issues, and engaging in a relentless battle against the

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8:16

The Role of Iranian Women in the 1979 Revolution

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2025/02/07

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 fight for freedom didn’t end in 1979, and today, we’ll also examine how their legacy continues to...

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7:00

Inside Qarchak: Unveiling the Plight of Women...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2025/01/21

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.And we’re talking about political prisoners here too, right?Yes, many inmates are political prisone...

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11:20

Surge in Femicide Victims in Iran

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2025/01/07

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 tragically cut short just last week. This young woman’s story is heartbreaking, and her case is emblema...

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10:07

Reacting to Strong Backlash, Iranian Regime Halts...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/12/21

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 November 27 created a strong backlash, a wave of protests, extensive graffiti on the walls, and operation...

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8:48

State-Sponsored Violence Against Women in Iran

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/12/07

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 in Iran is very concerning since it has been systemic and institutionalized under the cle...

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12:33

The Leading Role of Women in the November 2019...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/11/21

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 women in the Resistance Units and their contributions to the fight for Iran’s freedom. ...

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10:00

Systemic Psychological and Medical Abuse in Iran Prisons

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/11/07

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 often lead to irreversible health damage—or worse. Today, we’ll dive into these practices and bri...

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8:15

The Newly Approved Hijab Bill Amounts to Gender...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/10/21

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’t moved forward with its implementation. Then, just recently on October 19, the Guardian C...

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8:30

PLIGHT OF NURSES IN IRAN: RESIGNATIONS AND EMIGRATION

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/10/07

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 for Iranian nurses has been dire for years, but this past summer saw a tipping point. Their demands ...

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8:52

Forced Divorce, A Tool of Psychological Torture of...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/09/21

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 to divorce is a common method of psychological torture used as a tool to weaken and break political...

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8:52

Political Prisoners' Hunger Strike Against Rising...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/09/07

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 executions in Iran. Since the inauguration of the Iranian regime’s new president and his cabinet, there’s been a...

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11:10

Iranian Nurses, Medical Staff on the Frontlines of...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/08/21

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 wages, and forced overtime are pushing both doctors and nurses to their limits. Nurses earn as little...

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13:17

Iran Political Prisoners Say No to the Death Penalty

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/08/07

In this episode, we're going to discuss the rising executions of women and the nationwide protests, particularly in the women's wards, against the death penalty. Just recently, on the morning of July 27, 2024, a woman was among four prisoners hanged in the Central Prison of Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan Province in western Iran. This execution marked the 15th woman executed in Iran since January 2024. The alarming rate of these executions is highlighted by the fact that at least five w...

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9:07

Under the Same Shadow: No Change for Women in Iran

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/07/21

Recently, the Iranian regime has a new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, in an election boycotted by a staggering 91 percent of the Iranian population. The big question we're exploring today is: will this bring any change for the women of Iran? That's what we'll be delving into in this episode.Who is Masoud Pezeshkian and what’s his background? Masoud Pezeshkian, a general surgeon by profession, was born in 1954 in Mahabad, West Azerbaijan. His political career spans several decades, featuri...

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18:58

Global Support for Maryam Rajavi and Iranian Women’s...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/07/08

Today, we bring you a selection of speeches from some of the world’s most prominent women who participated in that significant summit. This global support for Maryam Rajavi, the NCRI, and its platform for a free Iran coincides with the isolation of the clerical regime, as evidenced by the recent boycott of two rounds of presidential elections in Iran. In the first round, 88 percent of people abstained from voting, and in the second round, 91 percent did not cast their votes.Dozens of distingu...

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11:47

Women Leading Iran's Fight for Freedom: Resistance...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/06/21

This time of year coincides with many significant events in Iranian history, most notably the beginning of the Iranian Resistance against the Khomeini regime on June 20, 1981. In this episode, we will examine women's crucial role in the 43-year struggle for freedom in Iran, from their involvement in the Iranian opposition to their current efforts within the Resistance Units inside Iran. We'll especially focus on their acts of support for the NCRI from across the country.

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8:05

Iran: Soaring executions of Women

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/05/21

Today, we’re diving into the alarming rise in executions in Iran over the past month. In a surprising twist, this issue has been overshadowed by the death of Ebrahim Raisi, the second-highest official responsible for these executions.You’ve probably heard the news about Raisi, the Iranian regime’s president, dying in a helicopter crash. This news has brought immense joy and relief to the people of Iran, as one of the key figures behind the executions since 1979 is no longer.

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12:50

Sexual Assault Systematically Used to Break Resistant...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/05/07

Since our last conversation, some shocking revelations have come to light. The BBC World Service recently uncovered documents revealing a harrowing incident involving Nika Shakarami, one of the iconic figures of the 2022 uprising in Iran. It's heart-wrenching to learn that undercover Revolutionary Guard agents kidnapped Nika, subjected her to sexual assault, and tragically ended her life by crushing her head inside a freezer truck.In this episode, we're going to tackle the disturbing issue of...

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18:32

Ruthless Crackdown on Women in Iran to Enforce the...

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/04/21

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12:50

Crimes against Humanity Committed in Iran

NCRI Women"s Committee ·

2024/04/07

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