Those who should not judge in Iran / Maryam Babaei

Article 163 of the Constitution has the title: “Qualifications and Conditions of a Judge According to Islamic Standards Determined by a Specific Law.” Women in Iran are prohibited from holding the position of judge according to this article and with the consensus of Shia jurists. The main reason for the consensus of Shia jurists on […]...

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Determinism of Homosexuality / Shahram Kiani

The concept of sexual orientation can be considered as a scientific concept rather than a historical one, created by modern discourse. The discussion of homosexuality, considering its cultural, psychological, social, and biological implications, is still a topic of discussion in the field of psychology, sociology, and essentially cognitive sciences. Apart from the discussion of the […]...

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Homosexuality has a strong presence in Eastern literature / Iman Nikinezhad

When Mahmoud Ahmadinejad denied the existence of homosexuality in Iran, similar to the West, during his Q&A at Columbia University, no one in the audience was there to ask him if what Mohammad Hashem Mosavai Hosseini has narrated in his book about Iranian society is true. The society that is presented to the reader in […]...

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A brief overview of the status of sexual minorities in Iran today / Nadia Riyazati

The film “Facing Mirrors” directed by Ms. Negar Azarbayjani and produced by Ms. Farshad Ta’irpour was made in Iran in 2009. In this film, Adineh, a transgender Iranian girl (someone who physically appears to have a different gender than their gender identity, and therefore feels the need to undergo a physical gender change), comes from […]...

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The demand for the rights of religious minorities is a prerequisite for the realization of the rights of all members of society. / Nahid Farhad

One of the major criticisms traditionally directed at activists for the rights of sexual minorities is that, given the numerous problems in Iranian society such as continuous violations of citizens’ rights by the government, as well as violations of the rights of women, Baha’is, Christians, Dervishes, Sunnis, and other issues, should we really be focusing […]...

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Mental Health of Homosexuals in Iran / Houdad Talouei

According to a report published by Gallup Institute in 2013, between 1.7% to 10% of the population in different states of America identify as homosexual, bisexual, or transgender. (1) The conclusion drawn is that on average, around 3.5% of the American population is homosexual. However, active researchers in this field express that the percentage of […]...

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Preventing discrimination based on sexual orientation / Hojjat Faraji

The equality and non-discrimination of sexual minorities (including gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals) is based on two important principles of international human rights law: equality and non-discrimination. In the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted in 1948, it is stated that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. However, LGBTQ+ […]...

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The origins of homosexuality throughout history / Sina Kiani

Sexual orientation is a term used to describe the sexual and emotional behavior of individuals. The intensity, frequency, and preference for a specific gender determine a person’s sexual orientation. Sexual orientation is not something that is transmitted from one person to another through social interactions or relationships with family, culture, or individuals. It develops with […]...

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Illegal confrontation with peaceful gatherings in support of Kobani / Banaan Yahya Nia

Conflicts and wars currently taking place in neighboring countries have resulted in the deaths of thousands and displacement of millions of people. The presence of the Islamic State (formerly known as ISIS) has only added to the violence. In recent days, a wave of protests and demonstrations has taken place in various countries around the […]...

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A Look at the Symbolic Capital of Teachers in Iranian Society/ Mohammad Habibi

The fate of the young generation and the future of the country, which are dependent on the performance of teachers – the main implementers of educational programs – has become entangled. Teachers play a crucial role in the process of education and, as Jean Piaget, the famous contemporary psychologist, said, the most beautiful plan for […]...

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