In this heartfelt episode, Yasi reflects on the one-year anniversary of Mahsa Amini's tragic passing. Join Yasi as she delves into the critical events that led to the enforcement of the hijab in 1979, exploring how this pivotal moment negatively affected the lives of women in Iran, including Mahsa's. With compassion and insight, Yasi discusses the Woman Life Freedom movement, shading light on the resilience of Iranian women in their quest for autonomy.

Through her words, Yasi also highlights the transformative power of social media during this movement, which has helped amplify the voices of those who have been silenced. Join us for an informative yet somber journey that pays tribute to Mahsa's memory while illuminating the enduring strength of women in Iran in the face of adversity.

Episode Resources:

• NY Times article discussing the anniversary crackdowns 
  • https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/world/middleeast/anniversary-iran-crackdown-dissent.html
• DC Muralist Rodrigo Pradel 
  • https://rodrigopradel.com/ver2/
• NPR article on Washington DC Mahsa Amini mural
  • https://www.npr.org/2023/07/03/1185774167/iran-mahsa-amini-woman-life-freedom-art-mural-washington-us
• Nobel Peace Prize Winner Shirin Ebadi
  • https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/peace/2003/ebadi/biographical/
• 1979 Iranian Revolution - Timeline of Events
  • https://www.brookings.edu/articles/the-iranian-revolution-a-timeline-of-events/

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