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 […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...

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+ […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...

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 […]...