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Female Prisoners in Evin: Latest Report on Names and Sentences

Posted on January 29, 2025March 7, 2025 by . .

Bahareh Hedayat, Evin Prison, golrokh iraee, Iman Afshari, Kimia Bani Adam, Mahvash Sabet, Narges Mohammadi, Rezvaneh Ahmad-Khan Beigi, Samaneh Nowruz Moradi, Varisheh Moradi, Zohreh Sayadi

HRANA News Agency – This report provides an updated list and the latest status of 77 female political and security prisoners, 69 of whom are currently held in Evin Prison, while 8 others have been granted temporary leave. Judge Iman Afshari has played a significant role in issuing sentences, having ruled on at least 33 cases, while Judge Abolghasem Salavati has issued verdicts for at least 17 of these prisoners. These two judges were also responsible for the death sentences of Varisheh Moradi and Pakhshan Azizi.

As of the time of this report, 69 women remain incarcerated in Evin’s general and quarantine wards, while 8 prisoners—Narges Mohammadi, Samaneh Nowruz Moradi, Rezvaneh Ahmad-Khan Beigi, Bahareh Hedayat, Zohreh Sayadi, Mahvash Sabet (Shahriari), Kimia Bani Adam, and Shabnam Nematzadeh—are currently on temporary leave.

Among these detainees:

. 11 prisoners remain in legal limbo without finalized sentences.
. 2 prisoners have been sentenced to death.
. Judge Iman Afshari, head of Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court, has issued at least 33 sentences.
. Judge Abolghasem Salavati, head of Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court, has ruled on at least 17 cases.
. Some other prisoners were tried in courts in Mashhad, Shahriar, and other judicial jurisdictions.

One of the longest-held prisoners in this ward is Maryam Haji Hosseini, who has been detained since September 2019 on espionage charges. Additionally, some prisoners in this ward are over 60 years old and, despite serious health conditions, have been denied specialized medical care. The youngest prisoner, Kimia Bani Adam (20 years old), was recently granted temporary leave.

Several prisoners, including Golrokh Iraee, Elaheh Fouladi, Pakhshan Azizi, Maryam Yahyavi, Motahareh Gunei, Vida Rabani, Varisheh Moradi, and Zahra Safaei, have been denied family visits for unclear reasons.

Case Profiles of Female Political Prisoners in Evin Prison:

	1. Golrokh Iraee Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state, disturbing public order Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison + social restrictions Arrest Date: September 26, 2022 Transferred to Evin: November 29, 2022
	2. Varisheh Moradi (Mirzaei) Charges: Membership in an opposition group, armed rebellion (Baghi), resisting and assaulting officers Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court & Criminal Court Branch 2, Qods Judicial Complex Current status: Sentenced to 6 months in prison in one case and death penalty in another Arrest Date: July 31, 2023 Transferred to Evin: December 26, 2023
	3. Pakhshan Azizi Charges: Armed rebellion (Baghi) Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Current status: Death sentence confirmed by the Supreme Court Arrest Date: July 31, 2023 Transferred to Evin: December 9, 2023
	4. Maryam Haji Hosseini Charges: Corruption on earth (Efsad-fil-Arz) and espionage for Israel Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 10 years in prison + asset confiscation Date of imprisonment: March 11, 2020 Arrest Date: August-September 2019 Transferred to Evin: March 11, 2020
	5. Azam (Nasrin) Khezri Javadi Charges: Assembly and collusion to act against national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: May 1, 2019 Transferred to Evin: July 2, 2022
	6. Shakila Monfared Charges: Membership in opposition groups, destruction of public property, disruption of public order, propaganda against the state, and blasphemy Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 15 years and 5 months in prison across four separate cases, plus 10 lashes, social restrictions, and exile Arrest Date: January 20, 2021 Transferred to Evin: July 20, 2022
	7. Masoumeh (Farah) Nassaji Charges: Unspecified Court: Branch 28 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years and 4 months in prison Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: September 4, 2022
	8. Fariba Kamalabadi Charges: Leading a group labeled a “deviant sect” with the alleged aim of disrupting national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 10 years in prison Arrest Date: July 31, 2022 Transferred to Evin: December 7, 2022
	9. Vida Rabbani Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda against the state, blasphemy, and disrupting public order Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 17 years and 7 months in prison, plus social restrictions Arrest date: September 24, 2022 Transferred to Evin: December 11, 2022
	10. Parvin Mirasan Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 4 years in prison Arrest Date: November 4, 2022 Transferred to Evin: March 19, 2023
	11. Sepideh Gholian Charges: Insulting the Supreme Leader, removing hijab, promoting promiscuity and indecency, and repeatedly committing the same offense during court hearings Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court & Branch 1207 of Criminal Court 2, Shahid Kachouyi Judicial Complex Sentence: 3 years and 3 months in prison across two separate cases, plus social restrictions Arrest Date: March 15, 2023 Transferred to Evin: March 19, 2023
	12. Farahnaz Nikkhoo Charges: Acting against national security through espionage Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Arrest Date: December 3, 2022 Transferred to Evin: April 30, 2023
	13. Zohreh Sarv Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 7 years in prison Arrest Date: September-October 2021 Transferred to Evin: May 1, 2023
	14. Saeideh Shafiei Charges: Propaganda against the state, assembly and collusion Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years and 6 months in prison, plus social restrictions Arrest Date: January 22, 2023 Transferred to Evin: September 6, 2024
	15. Sodabeh Fakharzadeh Charges: Assembly and collusion to disrupt national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: February-March 2023 Transferred to Evin: May 9, 2023
	16. Shiva Esmaeili Charges: Repeat offense of assembly and collusion against national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 10 years in prison Arrest Date: October-November 2020 Transferred to Evin: May 22, 2023
	17. Mahboobeh Rezaei Charges: Membership in opposition groups, assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda against the state, blasphemy, removing hijab, and promoting corruption on social media Court: Branch 28 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court & Criminal Court 2, Qods Judicial Complex Sentence: 20 years and 3 months in prison across two separate cases, plus fines Arrest Date: May 22, 2023 Transferred to Evin: June 6, 2023
	18. Tahereh (Fereshteh) Noori Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, disrupting public order Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: May 22, 2023 Transferred to Evin: July 4, 2023
	19. Maryam (Anisha) Asadollahi Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years and 8 months in prison Arrest Date: April 28, 2023 Transferred to Evin: July 26, 2023
	20. Azar Korvandi (Korvandi) Musazadeh Charges: Assembly and collusion to act against national security through cooperation with opposition groups Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: July 29, 2023 Transferred to Evin: Summer of 2019
	21. Nasim Gholami Simiari Charges: Destruction of public property to disrupt public order and security, opposing the Islamic government, assembly and collusion Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 6 years in prison, 74 lashes, and 20 years of exile under judicial supervision in Angooran, Zanjan Province Arrest Date: May 18, 2023 Transferred to Evin: September 26, 2023
	22. Zahra Safaei Charges: Assembly and collusion to commit crimes against national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: September 12, 2023 Transferred to Evin: October 10, 2023
	23. Marzieh Farsi Charges: Membership in opposition groups Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 15 years in prison Arrest Date: October 17, 2023 Transferred to Evin: August 21, 2023
	24. Forough Taghizadeh Charges: Membership in opposition groups Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 15 years in prison Arrest Date: October 17, 2023 Transferred to Evin: August 21, 2023
	25. Kobra Beiki Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years in prison Arrest Date: During the 2022 nationwide protests (Date unknown) Transferred to Evin: October 21, 2023
	26. Masoumeh Akbari Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 28 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 2 years in prison Arrest Date: October-November 2018 Transferred to Evin: October 28, 2023
	27. Reyhaneh Ansari Nejad Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 4 years in prison, plus social restrictions Arrest Date: April 28, 2023 Transferred to Evin: November 6, 2023
	28. Raheleh Rahemi Pour Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 6 years in prison Arrest Date: November 12, 2019 Transferred to Evin: November 18, 2023
	29. Mahnaz Tarah Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 4 years and 4 months in prison Arrest Date: November 13, 2023 Transferred to Evin: November 23, 2023
	30. Narges Mansouri Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 9 years in prison across two separate cases Arrest Date: August 12, 2019 Transferred to Evin: December 1, 2023
	31. Elaheh Fouladi Charges: Propaganda against the state, assembly and collusion Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: January -February 2020 Transferred to Evin: December 12, 2023
	32. Shirin Saeedi Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: December 23, 2023 Transferred to Evin: December 23, 2023
	33. Nasrin Roshan Charges: Propaganda against the state, assembly and collusion Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years in prison Arrest Date: January 1, 2024 Transferred to Evin: November 16, 2023
	34. Mina Khajavi, Christian Convert Charges: Forming an illegal group to disrupt national security, acting against national security by promoting evangelical Christianity and establishing a house church Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 6 years in prison Arrest Date: June-July 2020 Transferred to Evin: January 8, 2024
	35. Laleh Saati, Christian Convert Charges: Acting against national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 2 years in prison Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: February 13, 2024
	36. Neda Fotouhi Charges: Propaganda against the state, membership in the Erfan-e Halgheh group, assembly and collusion against domestic and foreign security by participating in Mahsa Amini protests and commemorations Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 6 years and 8 months in prison Arrest Date: September-October 2023 Transferred to Evin: February 17, 2024
	37. Lian Darvish Charges: Assembly and collusion, insulting the Supreme Leader, propaganda against the state Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: February 21, 2024
	38. Nahid Khodajo Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, disrupting public order Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 6 years in prison and 74 lashes Arrest Date: May 1, 2019 Transferred to Evin: February 21, 2024
	39. Maryam Yahyavi Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 1 year in prison Arrest Date: November 2, 2014 Transferred to Evin: March 3, 2024
	40. Samaneh Asghari Charges: Propaganda against the state Court: Branch 29 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 1 year in prison Arrest Date: September 16, 2023 Transferred to Evin: April 3, 2024
	41. Sakineh Parvaneh Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security (6 years), propaganda against the Islamic Republic (1 year and 6 months) Court: Branch 1 of Mashhad’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 7 years and 6 months in prison Arrest Date: March-April 2023 Transferred to Evin: April 3, 2024
	42. Mandana Karimi Bakhtiari Charges: Propaganda against the state, membership in opposition groups with intent to act against national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: June 10, 2024 Transferred to Evin: June 10, 2024
	43. Hora Nikbakht Charges: Propaganda against the state, insulting the Supreme Leader Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 1 year in prison Arrest Date: June 12, 2024 Transferred to Evin: June 12, 2024
	44. Narges Khorasani Charges: Membership in the Erfan-e Halgheh spiritual group Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years in prison Arrest Date: July-August 2022 Transferred to Evin: June 15, 2024
	45. Parisa Yousefi Charges: Membership in the Erfan-e Halgheh spiritual group Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years in prison Arrest Date: July-August 2022 Transferred to Evin: June 15, 2024
	46. Fereshteh Hosseini Charges: Membership in the Erfan-e Halgheh spiritual group Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 5 years in prison Arrest Date: July-August 2022 Transferred to Evin: June 15, 2024
	47. Parivash Moslemi Charges: Propaganda against the state, insulting the Supreme Leader, assembly and collusion Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court & Criminal Court 2, Qods Judicial Complex Sentence: 4 years and 2 months in prison across two separate cases Arrest Date: August-September 2023 Transferred to Evin: July 7, 2024
	48. Zahra (Yas) Bonakdar Tehrani Charges: Affiliation with the Erfan-e Halgheh spiritual group Court: Revolutionary Court Sentence: 2 years in prison Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: July 23, 2024
	49. Moloud Safaei Charges: Propaganda against the state Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years in prison Arrest Date: June 16, 2021 Transferred to Evin: July 30, 2024
	50. Hamraz Sadeghi Charges: Propaganda against the state Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 1 year in prison Arrest Date: February 24, 2018 Transferred to Evin: August 10, 2024
	51. Arezoo Azarmsefat Charges: Collaboration with an opposition group Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years and 9 months in prison Arrest Date: May 1, 2024 Transferred to Evin: August 26, 2024
	52. Saeedeh (Bahareh) Ghorbanali Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda against the state, insulting the Supreme Leader and the founder of the Islamic Republic Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years in prison Arrest Date: Spring 2019 Transferred to Evin: September 7, 2024
	53. Maryam Banoo Nasiri Charges: Assembly and collusion Court: Branch 1 of Shahriar’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years and 7 months in prison Arrest Date: July 17, 2020 Transferred to Evin: September 8, 2024
	54. Shima Azam Farzan Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 6 years in prison Arrest Date: November 7, 2022 Transferred to Evin: September 23, 2024
	55. Golnaz Salah Chin Charges: Propaganda against the state Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 1 year in prison Arrest Date: February-March 2024 Transferred to Evin: October 3, 2024
	56. Mahvash (Saye) Seidal Tadoei Charges: Spreading false information Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 3 years in prison across two separate cases Arrest Date: June 21, 2023 Transferred to Evin: October 6, 2024
	57. Motahereh Gounei Charges: Propaganda against the state in favor of opposition media Court: Branch 29 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 1 year in prison, temporary ban on education, and forced transfer to Ardabil University of Medical Sciences Arrest Date: May 1, 2024 Transferred to Evin: October 7, 2024
	58. Maryam Vahidi Far Charges: National security offenses (alleged support for Saeed Mohammadi Douraki) Court: Shahriar Revolutionary Court Sentence: 17 months in prison Arrest Date: Early 2024 Transferred to Evin: October 31, 2024
	59. Masoumeh Askari Charges: Collaboration with opposition groups, membership in anti-state organizations Court status: Under review in Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Arrest Date: July-August 2024 Transferred to Evin: October 8, 2024
	60. Nayereh Behnoud Charges: Propaganda against the state, assembly and collusion through membership in opposition groups Court status: Under review in Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Arrest Date: September-October 2024 Transferred to Evin: October 21, 2024
	61. Elnaz (Solmaz) Ahmadi Charges: Propaganda against the state, assembly and collusion Court status: Under investigation Sentence: Pending Arrest Date: December 27, 2024 Transferred to Evin: December 29, 2024
	62. Zahra Sharif Kazemi Charges: Unknown Court status: Under investigation Sentence: Pending Arrest Date: December 24, 2024 Transferred to Evin: December 22, 2024
	63. Nasim Eslam Zehi (Sunni Muslim) Charges: Suspected affiliation with ISIS Court status: Under review in Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Arrest Date: August-September 2023 Transferred to Evin: March 4, 2024
	64. Bornagol Abdollah Vav (Tajikistani national) Charges: Unknown Court status: Under review in Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: September 25, 2024
	65. Aisha Rezaei Vav (Tajikistani national) Charges: Unknown Court status: Under review in Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: September 25, 2024
	66. Khadijeh Rezaei Vav (Tajikistani national) Charges: Unknown Court status: Under review in Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: September 25, 2024
	68. Eslam Bani Hassani (Jordanian national) Charges: Unknown Court status: Under review in Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Date of imprisonment: September 25, 2024
	69. Hajar Zaboli (Afghan national) Charges: Unknown Court status: Under review in Branch 15 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: Not yet issued Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: September 25, 2024

Female Prisoners Currently on Temporary Leave from Evin Prison:
In addition to those incarcerated, several prisoners are currently on temporary leave. Their names and case details are as follows:

	1. Narges Mohammadi (Nobel Peace Prize Laureate & Human Rights Activist) Charges: Propaganda against the Islamic Republic (issuing anti-execution statements), sit-in protest inside prison, disobedience against prison authorities, destruction of property, defamation, assault, resisting officers, and further propaganda activities Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court, Branch 1177 of Criminal Court 2 (Qods Judicial Complex), Branch 29 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 15 years and 6 months in prison across seven separate cases, plus 74 lashes, exile, and social restrictions Arrest Date: November 16, 2021 Transferred to Evin: July 20, 2022– Granted leave on December 4, 2024
	2. Samaneh Noruz (Nowruz) Moradi Charges: Membership in opposition groups with intent to disrupt national security, assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 28 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 13 years and 9 months in prison Arrest Date: April 24, 2023 Transferred to Evin: Unknown – Granted leave on April 23, 2024
	3. Rezvaneh Ahmad-Khan Beigi Charges: Assembly and collusion against internal security, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 28 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 20 months in prison Arrest Date: September 18, 2023 Transferred to Evin: Unknown – Granted leave on September 18, 2024 (Shahrivar 28, 1403)
	4. Bahareh Hedayat Charges: Assembly and collusion, propaganda against the state Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 4 years and 8 months in prison, plus social restrictions Arrest Date: October 3, 2022 Transferred to Evin: November 2022 – Granted leave on February 19, 2024
	5. Zohreh Sayadi Charges: Unknown Court: Revolutionary Court Sentence: 1 year in prison Arrest Date: December 10, 2019 Transferred to Evin: May 30, 2023– Granted leave on August 8, 2023
	6. Mahvash Sabet (Shahriari) (Baha’i Citizen) Charges: Leading a group labeled a “deviant sect” with the alleged aim of disrupting national security Court: Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court Sentence: 10 years in prison Arrest Date: July 31, 2022 Transferred to Evin: December 23, 2022 – Granted leave on December 4, 2024
	7. Kimia Bani Adam Charges: Unknown Court: Tehran Revolutionary Court Sentence: 2 years in prison Arrest Date: Unknown Transferred to Evin: December 5, 2024 – Granted leave on December 16, 2024
	8. Shabnam Nematzadeh Charges: Major disruption of Iran’s economic system by obstructing the distribution of essential goods (pharmaceuticals) Court: Branch 3 of the Economic Corruption Court Sentence: 20 years in prison, 74 lashes, and permanent disqualification from certain activities Arrest Date: August-September 2019 Transferred to Evin: Unknown – Granted leave on July 17, 2024

International Women’s Day; Comprehensive List of Female Political Prisoners in Iran

Posted on March 6, 2024 by main

News, Women

Anisha Asadollahi, Arghavan Falahi, Armita Pavir, Azar Korundi Mousa Zadeh, Azita Foroughi Motlagh, Bahareh Hedayat, Batool Omidy, Elaheh Fouladi, Faezeh Hashemi, Fakhri Omidy, Farahnaz Nikkhoo, Fariba Asadi, Fariba Kamalabadi, Farideh Ghahremani Far, Farideh Moradkhani, Farshid (Tahereh) Nouri, Farzaneh Gharahasanloo, Farzaneh Moeini, Fatemeh (Mozhgan) Tadrisi, Fatemeh Sepehri, Fereshteh Fadaee Far, Fermisk Babai, Forough Taghipour, Gina Pendar, Glavizh Tahmasbi, golrokh iraee, Hajar Saeidi, Kubra Bigi, Laleh Sa’ati, Lalikhan Niknia., Lian Darvish, Mahboubeh Rezaei, Mahnaz Tarahhomi, Mahsa Saeidi, Mahvash Adalati Aliabadi, Mahvash Shahriari, Maryam Akbari-Monfared, Maryam Ebrahimi, Maryam Hajj Hosseini, Maryam Jalal Hosseini, Maryam Vahidfard, Marzieh Farsi, Marzieh Jani Pour, Masoumeh (Akram) Akbari, Masoumeh Yavari, Mina Khajavi, Moloud Hossein Doost, Nahid Khodajoo, Nahid Shirpisheh, Nahid Taghavi, Narges Mansouri, Narges Mohammadi, Narges Soleimani, Nasim Gholami Simiari, Nasim Sultan Beigi, Nasrin Hasani, Nasrin Khazri Javadi, Nasrin Roshan, Nasrin Sadat Shahraeeni, Neda Fotouhi, Negin Hosseinzadeh, Niloufar Bayani, Niloufar Ghazaleh, Niloufar Sadat Hashemian, Noushin Mesbah, Pakshan Azizi, Parastoo Afshari Nejad, Parisa Mohammadi, Parvin Mirassan, Raha Pour Ebrahim, Rahleh Rahmi Pour, Razavaneh Ahmad Khan Beigi, Reyhaneh Ansari Nejad, Roya Malakouti, Roya Sabat, Saeideh (Samira) Sabouri, Safoura Maleki, Sahar (Fateme) Makhtari, Sahar Ahmadi, Sahar Salehian, Sakineh Parvaneh, Samaneh Norooz Moradi, Samira Nejatian, Sanaz Jahan Tigh, Sanaz Tafazzoli, Sara Nasiri, Sarina Jahani, Sarvnaz Ahmadi, Sepideh Gholian, Sepideh Kashani, Sepideh Keshavarz, Shadi Shahidzadeh, Shakila Monfared, Sharifeh Mohammadi, Shirin Saeidi, Shiva Ismaeili, Soha Mortazai, Soodabeh Fakharzadeh, Tina Deljoo, Varisheh Moradi, Vida Rabani, women day, Yasamin Saboohi, Yekta Fahandezh-Sa`adi, Zahra Safaei, Zahra Saru, Zeinab Hamrang Seyed Beglo, Zeinab Jalalian, Zhila Hejbari, Zhinous Shadabi, Ziba Gholich Khani

HRANA News Agency – International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, is an opportunity to celebrate women’s achievements in various social, economic, cultural, and political arenas and to emphasize the importance of fighting for women’s rights and their irreplaceable role in society. In Iran, this day takes on added significance as Iranian women, despite facing numerous challenges, play a leading role in civil and social movements in the country and are at the forefront of the struggle for their rights. Women in Iran face gender discrimination, legal and social restrictions, and inequalities in career advancement and education, and yet, against all odds, they continue to fight.

In an effort to increase public awareness about the status of women, namely those women who are imprisoned in Iran owing of to their ideological, political, or religious beliefs, HRANA releases this report on the occasion of International Women’s Day. These women, active in defending human rights and equality, play a crucial role in the fight for justice. This day is a time to focus attention and strengthen global support for the struggles and challenges they face.

They stand not only for their own rights, but for the rights of all women, against oppression and discrimination in all forms.

The situation for women has been fraught with struggle.

From the pre-revolution era to the present, Iranian women have faced obstacles in social, economic, and legal sectors. While progress has been made in accessing education, and the workplace, for some, gender discrimination and legal restrictions related to marriage, divorce, custody, and inheritance to name a mere few hold women in unequal positions within society. These inequalities are enshrined into the law.

Well-known restrictions faced by women related to mandatory hijab can lead to fines, arrest, and severe punishments. Furthermore, these restrictions can limit a women’s access to jobs and social activities. For an in-depth look at individuals and institutions involved in serious human rights violations related to women’s rights in Iran reference the Spreading Justice report: The State of Women’s Rights in Iran: Institutional and Individual Violations

A growing trend of civil activity and protest led by women

In recent years, there has been an increase in civil activities and protests led by Iranian women. These movements, which are largely against mandatory hijab, see women demanding equality in law, and defend women’s rights in the workplace and in society. The movements reflect Iranian women’s efforts to take control, to fight back , and to achieve equal rights and combat gender discrimination for themselves, and for future generations of Iranian women.

These efforts have become particularly visible in light of the nationwide protests that began in September 2022 following the death of Mahsa Zhina Amini. Women played a key and leading role in these protests, becoming symbols of resistance against gender discrimination, human rights violations, and restrictions on freedom of expression. Their role in these movements is seen not only in Iran but also internationally as a turning point in the struggle for rights and freedoms. For an in-depth analysis of the advocacy efforts by Iranian women and the international response reference HRA’s statement: Unveiling Injustice: Advocating for Women’s Rights and Accountability in Iran

On the eve of International Women’s Day, the publication of a list of names and stories of women who are imprisoned in Iran for fighting for their rights and defending human values is not only a tribute to their courage and resilience but also an effort to increase global awareness about the ongoing struggle for women’s rights in Iran. These stories are a testament to the indomitable spirit of women who, despite all hardships and deprivations, continue to raise their voices in protest and demand.

Sharing this list goes beyond mere information dissemination; it is an invitation to join in international solidarity. This solidarity provides the necessary support and backing for these women and their families and demonstrates the power of global unity in combatting human rights violations. This support, formed through awareness campaigns, legal activities, and international pressure, can ultimately contribute to ensuring these women achieve what they are fighting so hard for against all odds.

This list is not just a collection of names but a compilation of stories of struggle, hope, and perseverance. The women on this list come from diverse backgrounds, yet all share common elements in their fight for justice and equality. The diversity of backgrounds illustrates the breadth and depth of women’s struggles across Iran and indicates that the demand for justice and equality transcends social, cultural, and economic boundaries.

Women imprisoned in Iranian jails on ideological, political, or religious charges.

This list shows the details of female political prisoners in Iran, describing their names, charges, sentences, the dates their cases were filed, and the locations of their prisons.

The charges range from “propaganda against the regime” and “assembly and collusion” to more severe allegations such as “corruption on earth” and “espionage.”

The sentences vary significantly, including life imprisonment, several years in prison, and uncertain conditions for those still awaiting verdicts.

Many of these women are held in notorious prisons like Evin, with some cases dating back years, highlighting the long-term nature of these types of punishments.

	1. Full Name: Zeinab Jalalian Charges: Waging war against the regime through membership in opposition groups Sentenced: Life imprisonment Case date: 2007 (1386) Place of imprisonment: Yazd Prison
	2. Full Name: Maryam Akbari Monfared Charges: Waging war through membership in the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran Sentenced: 15 years imprisonment Case date: December 31, 2009 (10 Dey 1388) Place of imprisonment: Semnan Prison
	3. Full Name: Mahvash Adalati Aliabadi Charges: Propaganda activities against the regime – Assembly and collusion Sentenced: 1 year imprisonment Case date: November 26, 2018 (5 Azar 1397) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	4. Full Name: Shiva Ismaeili Charges: Assembly and collusion Sentenced: 10 years imprisonment Case date: May, 2023 (Khordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	5. Full Name: Fereshteh (Tahereh) Nouri Charges: Assembly and collusion with the intent to disrupt national security – Disturbing public order Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment Case date: September 25, 2022 (3 Mehr 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	6. Full Name: Parvin Mirassan Charges: Corruption on Earth through widespread action against national security – Assembly and collusion to commit a crime Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: November 3, 2022 (12 Aban 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	7. Full Name: Soodabeh Fakharzadeh Charges: Assembly and collusion Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: May, 2023 (Khordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	8. Full Name: Arghavan Falahi Charges: Propaganda against the regime – Assembly and collusion to commit a crime against security – Membership in opposition groups Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: November 4, 2022 (13 Aban 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	9. Full Name: Masoumeh (Akram) Akbari Charges: Assembly and collusion with the intent to act against national security – Propaganda activities against the regime Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	10. Full Name: Shadi Shahidzadeh Charges: Membership in illegal groups and organizations with the aim of disrupting national security Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: May 1, 2023 (11 Ordibehesht 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	11. Full Name: Narges Mansouri Charges: In two separate cases with identical charges of assembly and collusion against national security – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 6 + 3 years imprisonment, a total of 9 years Case date: Autumn 2019 (Fall 1398) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	12. Full Name: Saeideh (Samira) Sabouri Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	13. Full Name: Yasamin Saboohi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	14. Full Name: Bahareh Hedayat Charges: In two separate cases; assembly and collusion – Propaganda against the regime – Promoting corruption and prostitution Sentenced: 4 years and 8 months imprisonment + Indeterminate from another case Case date: February 10, 2020 (21 Bahman 1398) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	15. Full Name: Vida Rabani Charges: In two separate cases; assembly and collusion with the intent to commit a crime against national security – Propaganda against the regime – Insulting the sacred – Disturbing public order Sentenced: 5 years + 6 years and 15 months imprisonment Case date: November 23, 2020 (2 Azar 1399) Place of imprisonment: Not specified
	16. Full Name: Reyhaneh Ansari Nejad Charges: Assembly and collusion against the system and propaganda against the system Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: May 12, 2023 (22 Ordibehesht 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	17. Full Name: Maryam Haji Hosseini Charges: Corruption on Earth and spying for Israel Sentenced: 10 years imprisonment and the return of received funds Case date: Late Shahrivar 1398 (September 2019) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	18. Full Name: Nahid Taghavi Charges: Participation in running an illegal group – Propaganda activities against the regime Sentenced: 10 years and 8 months imprisonment Case date: October 17, 2020 (25 Mehr 1399) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	19. Full Name: Narges Mohammadi Charges: In four separate cases with charges including propaganda activities against the regime through issuing statements, disrupting prison order through sit-ins, defying prison leadership and authorities, damaging glasses, slander, and assault Sentenced: 30 months imprisonment, 80 lashes, and payment of two fines + 15 months imprisonment and supplementary punishments + 1 year imprisonment + 15 months imprisonment; totaling 12 years and 6 months imprisonment, 80 lashes, payment of two fines, and supplementary punishments Case date: November 16, 2021 (25 Aban 1400) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	20. Full Name: Anisha Asadollahi Charges: Assembly and collusion – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 5 years and 8 months imprisonment Case date: May 9, 2022 (19 Ordibehesht 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	21. Full Name: Sepideh Kashan-Doust (Kashani) Charges: Cooperation with the United States government Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment Case date: February 2018 (Bahman 1396) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	22. Full Name: Marzieh Farsi Charges: Membership in opposition groups Sentenced: 15 years imprisonment Case date: August 21, 2023 (30 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	23. Full Name: Zahra Safaei Charges: Not specified Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: September 12, 2023 (21 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	24. Full Name: Farahnaz Nikkhoo Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: December 3, 2022 (12 Azar 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	25. Full Name: Marzieh Jani Pour Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: January 19, 2023 (29 Dey 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	26. Full Name: Golrokh Iraee Charges: Assembly and collusion – Propaganda against the regime – Disturbing public order Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: September 26, 2022 (4 Mehr 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	27. Full Name: Shakila Monfared Charges: In three separate cases with charges including propaganda activities against the regime and insulting Islamic sanctities, membership in opposition groups, and spreading lies Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment + 2 years and 8 months imprisonment and a fine of 10 million tomans + 15 months of corrective imprisonment, 2 years of exile, and supplementary punishments; totaling 9 years and 11 months imprisonment, 2 years of exile, a fine, and supplementary punishments Case date: August 31, 2020 (10 Shahrivar 1399) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	28. Full Name: Razavaneh Ahmad Khan Beigi Charges: Propaganda against the regime – Assembly and collusion against internal security Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: September 18, 2023 (27 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	29. Full Name: Nasrin Khezri Javadi (Azam) Charges: Assembly and collusion to act against national security Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: May 1, 2019 (11 Ordibehesht 1398) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	30. Full Name: Niloufar Bayani Charges: Cooperation with America Sentenced: 10 years imprisonment Case date: February 2018 (Bahman 1396) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	31. Full Name: Faezeh Hashemi Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security, propaganda activities against the regime, and disturbing public peace and comfort Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment and a ban on leaving the country Case date: September 27, 2022 (5 Mehr 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	32. Full Name: Fariba Kamalabadi Charges: Espionage, promoting the Bahá’í faith, and promoting indecency in the country Sentenced: 10 years imprisonment Case date: July 31, 2022 (9 Mordad 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	33. Full Name: Mahvash Shahriari Charges: Espionage, promoting the Bahá’í faith, and promoting indecency in the country Sentenced: 10 years imprisonment Case date: July 31, 2022 (9 Mordad 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	34. Full Name: Mahboubeh Rezaei Charges: Membership in opposition groups with the aim of disrupting national security – Assembly and collusion with the intent to commit a crime against national security – Propaganda activities against the regime – Insulting Islamic sanctities – Unveiling and demonstrating corruption in cyberspace Sentenced: 19 years and 9 months imprisonment, payment of 8 million tomans fine, and supplementary punishments Case date: May 22, 2023 (1 Khordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	35. Full Name: Shirin Saeidi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	36. Full Name: Hajar Saeidi Charges: Membership in one of the opposition parties Sentenced: 1 year imprisonment Case date: June 8, 2020 (18 Khordad 1399) Place of imprisonment: Sanandaj Correctional and Rehabilitation Center
	37. Full Name: Sarina Jahani Charges: Assembly and collusion Sentenced: 2 years imprisonment Case date: September 16, 2023 (25 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	38. Full Name: Mina Khajavi Charges: Forming an illegal group with the aim of disrupting national security – Acting against national security through proselytizing Christianity and establishing a home church Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment Case date: July 2020 (Tir 1399) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	39. Full Name: Zohreh Sarv Charges: Assembly and collusion – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 7 years imprisonment Case date: October 2021 (Mehr 1400) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	40. Full Name: Samaneh Norooz Moradi Charges: Membership in opposition groups with the goal of disrupting national security – Assembly and collusion with the intent to commit a crime against national security – Propaganda activities against the regime Sentenced: 11 years imprisonment Case date: April 24, 2023 (4 Ordibehesht 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	41. Full Name: Soha Mortazai Charges: Assembly and collusion with the intent to act against national security Sentenced: 6 years Case date: November 2019 (Aban 1398) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	42. Full Name: Nasim Sultan Beigi Charges: Assembly and collusion with the intent to commit a crime – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 4 years, 1 month, and 16 days imprisonment and supplementary punishments Case date: January 22, 2023 (2 Bahman 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	43. Full Name: Mahnaz Tarah Charges: Assembly and collusion to commit a crime – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 4 years and 4 months imprisonment Case date: November 13, 2023 (22 Aban 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	44. Full Name: Sarvnaz Ahmadi Charges: Assembly and collusion with the intent to disrupt national security – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 3 years and 6 months imprisonment Case date: April 28, 2023 (8 Ordibehesht 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	45. Full Name: Nasim Gholami Simiari Charges: Rebellion Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: April 2023 (Ordibehesht 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	46. Full Name: Kubra Bigi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	47. Full Name: Rahleh Rahmi Pour Charges: Assembly and collusion – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment Case date: November 12, 2019 (21 Aban 1398) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	48. Full Name: Sepideh Gholian Charges: In two separate cases with charges of insulting the leadership, unveiling and facilitating corruption and prostitution, and insistence on committing the aforementioned crimes in court sessions Sentenced: 2 years imprisonment and supplementary punishment + 1 year and 3 months corrective imprisonment; totaling 3 years and 3 months imprisonment and supplementary punishments Case date: March 14, 2023 (24 Esfand 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	49. Full Name: Sahar (Fateme) Mokhtari Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	50. Full Name: Azar Korvandi Mousa Zadeh Charges: Assembly and collusion with the intent to act against national security through cooperation with an opposition group Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: Summer 2019 (Tabestan 1398) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	51. Full Name: Zeinab Hamrang Seyed Beglo Charges: Assembly and collusion Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: March 11, 2024 (21 Esfand 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	52. Full Name: Pakhshan Azizi Charges: Membership in opposition associations Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: August 4, 2023 (13 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	53. Full Name: Varisheh Moradi Charges: Rebellion Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: August 1, 2023 (10 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	54. Full Name: Elaheh Fouladi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: December 12, 2023 (21 Azar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	55. Full Name: Nasrin Roshan Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	56. Full Name: Maryam Vahidfard Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	57. Full Name: Moloud Hossein Doost Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	58. Full Name: Samira Nejatian Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	59. Full Name: Laleh Sa’ati Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	60. Full Name: Neda Fotouhi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	61. Full Name: Lian Darvish Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	62. Full Name: Nahid Khodajoo Charges: Assembly and collusion to act against national security and disturbing public order and peace Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment and 74 lashes Case date: May 1, 2019 (11 Ordibehesht 1398) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	63. Full Name: Forough Taghipour Charges: Membership in an opposition group Sentenced: 15 years imprisonment Case date: August 21, 2022 (30 Mordad 1401) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	64. Full Name: Sepideh Keshavarz Charges: Propaganda activities against the regime – Assembly and collusion Sentenced: 1 year imprisonment Case date: November 20, 2018 (29 Aban 1397) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	65. Full Name: Armita Pamir Charges: Insulting the leadership – Propaganda activities against the regime Sentenced: 1 year, 10 months, and 17 days imprisonment Case date: June 28, 2023 (7 Tir 1402) Place of imprisonment: Tabriz Prison
	66. Full Name: Noushin Mesbah Charges: Membership in an opposition group with the aim of disrupting order and security of the country Sentenced: 1 year imprisonment Case date: Early September 2023 (Early Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	67. Full Name: Nasrin Sadat Shahraeeni Charges: Cyber spreading of lies, inciting people to massacre and conflict, propaganda against the regime, and disturbing public minds Sentenced: 1 year and 3 months imprisonment Case date: September 9, 2023 (18 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	68. Full Name: Roya Malakouti Charges: Forming groups and societies with the aim of disrupting national security – Propaganda activities against the regime Sentenced: 6 years and 8 months imprisonment Case date: July 29, 2023 (7 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	69. Full Name: Azita Foroughi Motlagh Charges: Membership in an opposition society with the intent of disrupting national security – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 3 years and 8 months imprisonment Case date: July 29, 2023 (7 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	70. Full Name: Negin Hosseinzadeh Charges: Propaganda activities against the regime – Filming forbidden places – Assembly and collusion with the intent to disrupt public order – Insulting the leadership – Membership in opposition groups Sentenced: 3 years, 6 months, and 1 day imprisonment Case date: August 22, 2023 (31 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	71. Full Name: Raha Pour Ebrahim Charges: Forming an opposition group – Propaganda against the regime- Virtual activities aimed at disrupting public order Sentenced: 3 years imprisonment Case date: September 7, 2023 (16 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	72. Full Name: Sakineh Parvaneh Charges: Assembly and collusion against national security – Propaganda against the Islamic Republic regime – Insulting the leadership Sentenced: 7 years and 6 months imprisonment Case date: March 2023 (Farvardin 1402) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	73. Full Name: Fatemeh Sepehri Charges: In two separate cases with charges of collaboration with hostile governments – Assembly and collusion – Insulting the leadership – Propaganda against the regime, spreading lies and disturbing public minds through online activities and interviews with foreign media Sentenced: 18 years + 1 year corrective imprisonment and a fine of 20 million tomans; totaling 19 years imprisonment and a fine Case date: August 1, 2021 (10 Mordad 1400) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	74. Full Name: Sanaz Tafazzoli Charges: Forming a group with the intent of disrupting internal security – Assembly and collusion with the intent of committing a crime against national security – Deviant educational or promotional activity contrary to or undermining the sacred Sharia within the framework of a sect, group, society, or the like Sentenced: 10 years and 9 months imprisonment Case date: November 22, 2022 (1 Azar 1401) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	75. Full Name: Sara Nasiri Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Not specified Case date: December 6, 2022 (15 Azar 1401) Place of imprisonment: Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad
	76. Full Name: Ziba Ghelich Khani Charges: Propaganda against the regime in cyberspace Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 18, 2022 (27 Shahrivar 1401) Place of imprisonment: Sanandaj Correctional and Rehabilitation Center
	77. Full Name: Zhila Hojabri Charges: Membership in opposition groups – Propaganda activities against the regime – Defiance of a government official Sentenced: 3 years and 8 months imprisonment Case date: August 2022 (Mordad 1401) Place of imprisonment: Sanandaj Correctional and Rehabilitation Center
	78. Full Name: Farideh Moradkhani Charges: Not specified Sentenced: 3 years imprisonment Case date: January 13, 2022 (23 Dey 1400) Place of imprisonment: Tehran Correctional and Rehabilitation Center
	79. Full Name: Farzaneh Gharahasanloo Charges: Not specified Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: November 4, 2023 (13 Aban 1402) Place of imprisonment: Mashhad Prison
	80. Full Name: Nasrin Hasani Charges: In two cases with charges of spreading lies – Non-compliance with the Sharia veil in public places and public view, propaganda activities against the regime Sentenced: 1 year imprisonment + 7 months imprisonment and a fine of one million tomans; totaling 1 year and 7 months imprisonment and a fine Case date: September 3, 2023 (12 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Bojnurd Prison
	81. Full Name: Nahid Shirpisheh Charges: Assembly and collusion – Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment Case date: July 11, 2023 (20 Tir 1402) Place of imprisonment: Zanjan Prison
	82. Full Name: Masoumeh Yavari Charges: Destruction of public property – Membership in an opposition group – Propaganda against the system Sentenced: 13 years imprisonment Case date: September 4, 2023 (13 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Dolatabad Prison, Isfahan
	83. Full Name: Mahsa Saeidi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 11, 2023 (20 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Sepah Intelligence Detention Center, Yazd
	84. Full Name: Sanaz Jahan Tigh Charges: Propaganda against the regime and inciting people to disrupt national security Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 21, 2022 (30 Shahrivar 1401) Place of imprisonment: Sari Prison
	85.Full Name: Shiva Khalili Charges: Propaganda against the regime Sentenced:1 year of imprisonment – Seizure of mobile phone Case date:16 November 2021 (25 Aban 1401) Place of imprisonment: Babol Prison
	86. Full Name: Sharifeh Mohammadi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: November 25, 2023 (4 Azar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Lakan Prison, Rasht
	87. Full Name: Roya Sabet Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: February 14, 2024 (25 Bahman 1402) Place of imprisonment: Detention Center Plate 100, Shiraz
	88. Full Name: Niloufar Sadat Hashemian Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: February 14, 2024 (25 Bahman 1402) Place of imprisonment: Sepah Intelligence Detention Center, Semnan
	90. Full Name: Niloufar Ghazaleh Charges: In two separate cases, charged with publishing photos without a hijab Sentenced: 5 years imprisonment from the first case and indeterminate from the second case Case date: November 28, 2023 (7 Azar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Isfahan
	91. Full Name: Zhinous Shadabi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: November 7, 2023 (16 Aban 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Hamedan
	92. Full Name: Narges Soleimani Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: Early October 2023 (Early Mehr 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Sanandaj
	93. Full Name: Fereshteh Fadaee Far Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: Early October 2023 (Early Mehr 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Sanandaj
	94. Full Name: Sahar Salehian Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 23, 2023 (1 Mehr 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Sanandaj
	95. Full Name: Farideh Ghahremani Far Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 18, 2023 (27 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Kermanshah
	96. Full Name: Parisa Mohammadi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 16, 2023 (25 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Kermanshah
	97. Full Name: Farzaneh Moeini Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 16, 2023 (25 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Yasuj
	98. Full Name: Maryam Jalal Hosseini Charges: Incitement of people to war and slaughter with each other with the aim of disrupting national security – Propaganda against the regime – Insulting the leadership – Forming a group with the aim of disrupting national security Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment and 2 years exile to Ilam Case date: August 27, 2023 (5 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Kachooii Prison, Karaj
	99. Full Name: Parastoo Afshari Nejad Charges: Unveiling, propaganda against the system, and inviting people to war and slaughter each other Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 16, 2023 (25 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Dolatabad Prison, Isfahan
	100. Full Name: Batool Omidy Charges: Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 11, 2023 (20 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Ilam Prison
	101. Full Name: Fakhri Omidy Charges: Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 11, 2023 (20 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Ilam Prison
	102. Full Name: Glavizh Tahmasbi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: September 16, 2023 (25 Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Sanandaj
	103. Full Name: Tina Deljoo Charges: Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 1 year imprisonment Case date: Not specified Place of imprisonment: Lakan Prison, Rasht
	104. Full Name: Yekta Fahandezh Saadi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: December 18, 2023 (27 Azar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Adelabad Prison, Shiraz
	105. Full Name: Safoura Maleki Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: August 13, 2023 (22 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Department Detention Center, Ilam
	106. Full Name: Maryam Ebrahimi Charges: Unveiling – Propaganda against the regime – Disobedience to police orders Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: April 2023 (Ordibehesht 1402) Place of imprisonment: Dolatabad Prison, Isfahan
	107. Full Name: Fermisk Babai Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: August 17, 2023 (26 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Kermanshah
	108. Full Name: Fatemeh (Mozhgan) Tadrisi Charges: Incitement and provocation of the people to war and slaughter each other with the aim of disrupting national security – Propaganda against the regime- Insulting the leadership – Forming a group with the aim of disrupting national security Sentenced: 6 years imprisonment and 2 years exile to Zanjan Case date: Early September 2023 (Early Shahrivar 1402) Place of imprisonment: Kachooii Prison, Karaj
	109. Full Name: Sahar Ahmadi Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: July 31, 2023 (10 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Department Detention Center, Sanandaj
	110. Full Name: Jhina Pendar Charges: Not specified Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: July 23, 2023 (1 Mordad 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Sanandaj
	111. Full Name: Lalikhan Niknia Charges: Association with one of the opposition parties Sentenced: Indeterminate Case date: June 25, 2023 (4 Tir 1402) Place of imprisonment: Intelligence Detention Center, Urmia
	112. Full Name: Maryam Sadat Yahyavi Charges: Propaganda against the regime Sentenced: 1 year of imprisonment Case date: November 2014 (Aban 1393) Place of imprisonment: Evin Prison
	113. Full Name: Mina Karami Charges: Deviant educational and promotional activity contrary to or corrupting the sacred Sharia Sentenced: 5 years of punitive imprisonment, 5 million tomans of fine, deprivation of social rights for 10 years, and prohibition of leaving the country for 2 years Case date: Spring 2022 (Spring 1401) Place of imprisonment: Adel Abad Prison, Shiraz

Call to Action on the Occassion of International Women’s Day

HRA calls for the immediate and unconditional release of all women who are imprisoned solely on the basis of their beliefs, religions, political or social activities.

We urge Iranian authorities to respect their international obligations and to observe the fundamental rights of Iranian women, including, the right to due process and fair trial, the freedom of expression, freedom of assembly, and freedom of religion. Ensuring these fundamental rights is not only a step towards maintaining respect for human dignity but also lays the groundwork for progress within the country and the sustainable development of society.

In this context, the importance of international pressure and support for organizations fighting for women’s rights in Iran is more crucial than ever. The international community united with all human rights organizations must unanimously declare their support for imprisoned women and their struggles to obtain rights. There are a number of ways the international community can support imprisoned Iranian women, be it through diplomatic pressures, awareness campaigns, or direct assistance to Iranian human rights organizations working daily to advocate for women’s rights.

Every small action can be part of a larger wave that creates fundamental changes in society, towards achieving a world where justice and equality are guaranteed for all, regardless of gender.

For more information please contact Skylar Thompson, Director of Global Advocacy and Accountability at Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA) skylar[at]hramail.com

A Comprehensive Report of the First 82 days of Nationwide Protests in Iran

Posted on December 8, 2022February 6, 2023 by main

News

HRANA – Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old young woman, was arrested by the morality police for the crime of improper hijab. Her arrest and death in detention fueled nationwide protests in Iran. Protesters came to the streets with the central slogan “Women, Life, Freedom” in protest against the performance, laws, and structure of the regime. The following 486-page report is dedicated to the statistical review, analysis, and summary of the first eighty-two days of the ongoing protests (September 17 to December 7, 2022). In this report, in addition to the geographic analysis and the presentation of maps and charts, the identity of 481 deceased, including 68 children and teenagers, an estimated of 18,242 arrested along with the identity of 3,670 arrested citizens, 605 students and 61 journalists or activists in the field of information is compiled. In addition, the report includes a complete collection of 1988 verified video reports by date and topic. The report examines protests across 1115 documented gatherings in all 31 provinces of the country, including 160 cities and 143 universities.

Summary

Mahsa (Zhina) Amini, a young 22-year-old woman from Saqqez, Kurdistan was visiting Tehran, when she was taken into custody on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, by the Morality Police officers at the Haqqani metro station in Tehran. The reason for her arrest: not properly observing the strict Islamic dress code. Mahsa/Zhina was taken to the infamous detention center of Moral Security Police known as Vozara.
Shortly after Mahsa’s arrest, she went into a coma with level three concussion, and her partially alive body was transferred to the intensive care unit of Kasra Hospital. Given the track record of the police and Guidance Patrols in mistreating the arrestees and similar previous incidents, with the believe that Mahsa was beaten during the arrest people were outraged.

Unpersuasive explanations given by the Central Command of the Islamic Republic Police Force (FARAJA) in defense of its actions regarding the death of Mahsa, the past performance of the police force, along with widespread dissatisfaction with the existence of a body called the Moral Security Police, fueled widespread protests in Iran.
The widespread protests sparked at the time Mahsa Amini was announced dead in front of Kasra Hospital on Argentina Street in Tehran, and then quickly spread to the streets despite the intimidating presence of Iran’s security forces. The protests intensified after Mahsa’s burial in a Saqqez cemetery. To the extent that after eighty-two days of nationwide protests between September 17, 2022, to December 7, 2022, they have spread to Iran’s all 31 provinces, 160 cities, and 143 major universities.
The protests did not stay limited to Mahsa’s death, it rather, quickly targeted the Iranian government’s political and ideological foundations. These protests were violently quashed by the anti-riot police and Iran’s militia force (Basij). teargas, pellets, and live ammunition were used in the repression of protestors. This widespread crackdown has led to the death of dozens of people and the wounding of hundreds of protestors.
Despite sever communication restrictions imposed by the Islamic Republic, this report attempts to give a clearer picture of the first 82 days of the protests between September 17, to December 7, 2022. It’s worth mentioning at the time of this report the protests are still ongoing in various forms.

- ▪️ Unique Features of These Protests
- ▪️ The Protests

For further inquiries please contact Skylar Thompson, Senior Advocacy Coordinator Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA) at [email protected]

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An update on arrestees of last November’s protests

Posted on February 18, 2020 by admin-hr

Other, Prisoners

Ali Nanvaei, Amir Mohammad Sharifi, Bahareh Hedayat, Gita Hor, Khalil Asadi Bouzhani, Mehdi Ebdali, Mohammad Eghbali Golhin, Mohieldin Asghari, Moin Zareian, November Protests, Sohbatollah Omidi

The nationwide protests of last November are the most significant events of 2019. During the November protests that lasted more than 10 days simultaneously in 719 spots in the country, at least 7133 people were arrested, hundreds died on the streets, and many protesters got gunshot wounds.

1. The trial of four residents of Kermanshah was on February 10, 2020. Three of them were sentenced by Branch 3 of the Revolutionary Court of Kermanshah as the following:

Sohbatollah Omidi: He was sentenced to five years imprisonment for the charge of “membership in an opposition group” and five years of imprisonment for the charge of “assembly and collusion”. Based on Article 134 of Iran’s Islamic Penal Code, the charge with the highest penalty will be considered; this means that he should serve five years in prison.

Khalil Asadi Bouzhani: He was sentenced to three years imprisonment for the charge of “membership in an opposition group” and three and half years of imprisonment for the charge of “assembly and collusion against the national security”. Based on Article 134 of Iran’s Islamic Penal Code, the charge with the highest penalty will be considered; this means that he should serve three and a half years in prison.

Mehdi Ebdali: He was sentenced to one-year imprisonment.

Mohieldin Asghari: the court announced that it does not have the eligibility to try him for his charge of “assembly and collusion”.

It should be noted that Mohieldin Ashghari and Sohbatollah Omidi were released on a 200 million Tomans bail in January 2020.

Sohbat Omidi Khalil Asadi

2. Ali Nanvaei: was sentenced to six months imprisonment and 74 lashes (this sentence is suspended for two years). He is also sentenced to hand copy three books. He was initially charged with “assembly and collusion” but his charge was later changed to “disrupting public order”. He was arrested when he was leaving Tehran University on November 18, 2019. He is a student of Tehran University.

Ali Nanvaei

3.Mohammad Eghbali Golhin: On February 16, 2020, he was sentenced to 11 years imprisonment, 74 lashes, and one-year exile to Rask by Branch 10 of Shahriar’s Criminal Court. He was sentenced to ten years for vandalism and one year for the charge of “disturbing public order”, and 74 lashes and one year exile for the charge of “fight with Basij militia”. Based on Article 134 of Iran’s Islamic Penal Code, the charge with the highest penalty will be considered; this means that he should serve 10 years in prison. He was arrested on November 19, 2019, in Karaj.

4.Gita Hor: Ms. Hor, 30-years old, was sentenced to six years imprisonment by Branch 24 of the Revolutionary Court of Tehran. She was sentenced to five years imprisonment for “assembly in collusion against the national security” and one-year imprisonment for the charge of “propaganda against the state”. Based on Article 134 of Iran’s Islamic Penal Code, the charge with the highest penalty will be considered; this means that she should spend five years in prison. She was arrested on November 21, 2019. She is currently in Qarchak prison. Her trial was presided by judge Mohammad Reza Amouzadeh.

Arrests:

Tehran University students, Bahareh Hedayat, Amir Mohammad Sharifi, and Moin Zareian were arrested by the national security police because of attending last November’s protests. They were arrested on the following days:

Amir Mohammad Sharifi on February 9, Bahareh Hedayat on February 10, and Moin Zareian on January 22, 2020.

It should be noted that Bahareh Hedayat was arrested at Tehran University and was transferred to Qarchak Prison in Varamin. She went on a hunger strike after her arrest. Her health condition is deteriorating due to the hunger strike and prison condition. Amir Mohammad Sharifi and Moin Zareian are in Evin Prison.

The Newest List of Political Prisoners in Women’s Ward of Evin Prison

Posted on September 14, 2016 by admin-hr

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HRANA News Agency – In women’s ward of Evin prison, known as Nesvan ward, there are many mothers along with other women who are kept in a bad environment, phone calls are not allowed and visits are very limited. This report is trying to give an overview about the condition and status of 24 female political-security prisoners in this prison.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), currently, 32 female prisoners are kept in this ward with different charges, two of whom have financial charges and 30 of them are political-security prisoners. The names of 30 prisoners who have been identified by HRANA are as following: Continue reading “The Newest List of Political Prisoners in Women’s Ward of Evin Prison”

The Updated List of Political Prisoners in Women’s Ward of Evin Prison

Posted on July 1, 2016 by admin-hr

Women

HRANA News Agency – In women’s ward of Evin prison, there are many mothers along with other women who are being kept in a bad environment, phone call is not available and visits are very limited. The following report is trying to give an overview about the condition and status of 24 female political prisoners in this prison.

Currently 24 political prisoners are kept in women’s ward in Evin prison: Continue reading “The Updated List of Political Prisoners in Women’s Ward of Evin Prison”

The List of the Political Prisoners in Women’s Ward in Evin Prison

Posted on March 27, 2016 by admin-hr

Women

HRANA News Agency – In the women’s ward of Evin prison where many prisoners are mothers, the authorities still do not provide phone calls for prisoners, prison visits are limited and there are many environmental problems in this place. This report gives a general overview of the conditions and the names of 25 women political prisoners.

What you will read, is a general report and overview of the situation of the women’s ward of Evin prison, plus an exclusive list of political prisoners, including the duration of their imprisonment and other specifications. Continue reading “The List of the Political Prisoners in Women’s Ward in Evin Prison”

Bahareh Hedayat’s Family’s Complaint Being Proceeded in Disciplinary Court of Judges

Posted on March 11, 2016 by admin-hr

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Bahareh Hedayat

HRANA News Agency – The complaint of Bahareh Hedayat’s family against illegal detention and judicial violations, is being handled at the Disciplinary Court of Judges. The illegal imprisoning after the verdict of freedom, lack of integration of crimes, failure to apply the 134th article of the punishment law accurately and timely are the part of infractions of the judiciary in the case of this political prisoner.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), the complaints of Bahareh Hedayat’s family has been registered this year and is being handled at the Disciplinary Court of Judges. Continue reading “Bahareh Hedayat’s Family’s Complaint Being Proceeded in Disciplinary Court of Judges”

Bahareh Hedayat Returned To Evin Prison

Posted on January 4, 2016 by admin-hr

Women

Bahareh Hedayat

HRANA News Agency – Bahareh Hedayat, political and student activist, who was sent on furlough on 24 December 2015, returned to Evin prison by the end of her furlough.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency in Iran (HRANA), Mrs Hedayat currently is held in Evin prison because before 2009 she was sentenced to suspended imprisonment. Continue reading “Bahareh Hedayat Returned To Evin Prison”

Bahareh Hedayat Sent To Furlough From Evin Prison

Posted on December 30, 2015 by admin-hr

Women

Bahareh Hedayat

HRANA News Agency – Mrs Bahareh Hedayat, an Iranian student activist and political prisoner, was sent from the women’s ward of Evin prison to furlough.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), she who has recently awarded both the “Human Rights Activist” and “the Statue of Cyrus cylinder” by the Defenders of Human Rights Centre (DHRC) on 24 December 2015 was sent from the women’s ward of Evin prison to leave for three days. Continue reading “Bahareh Hedayat Sent To Furlough From Evin Prison”

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