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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Prohibition of holding congregational prayers in an Islamic country/ Shahram Ahmadi

One of the longstanding conflicts in the Middle East has been the divide between Shia and Sunni, which has manifested itself in various forms throughout history. The current government of Iran, which is considered a Shia government, has always tried to marginalize the Sunni population and has subjected this religious minority to various forms of […]...

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The execution of Mohsen Amir Aslani, a black mark on Iran’s 21st century record / Byrouz Javid Tehrani.

Just 12 hours before his execution, on the first day of autumn this year, the name “Mohsen Amir Aslani Zanjani” was heard for the first time in human rights media. On the morning of Thursday, October 4th, he was executed by hanging in the courtyard of Rajai Shahr Prison in Karaj, on charges of “corruption […]...

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About the relationship between workers’ rights and human rights / Mansour Esanloo

The history of the emergence of laws in contemporary times can be examined from two perspectives: that of the people and that of governments. What needs led to the formation of laws and the establishment of rights for the people? With the growth of tools and production and the emergence of capitalist formations, a new […]...

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Labor organizations in laws/statutes of Yaghiniya.

From the point that humans need financial security to have a life with human dignity, the issue of work and labor rights is of great importance. Labor unions can play a significant role in advocating for the rights of workers. On the other hand, paying attention to international laws, international labor rights, and comparing them […]...

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Labor unions, a global experience / Farid Rahnama

Labor unions and the gathering of workers for their trade interests have a long historical background. From the time of the Spartacus uprising (109-71 BC) to the beginning of industrialization and the emergence of new concepts of labor, labor unions and workers’ rights and humanity have come a long way. The characteristic of striving to […]...

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The Rouhani government and the issue of the right to education/ Ali Ajami

After the announcement of the results of the nationwide university entrance exam in Iran, it became public that a number of participants were unable to attend university for non-educational reasons. This sparked a renewed discussion on educational deprivation, discrimination in education, and how to address the issue of the right to education in Iran. This […]...

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