The goal of this article is to familiarize with the key role and function of whistleblowers in holding the government accountable, especially in appointed and bureaucratic sectors. Whistleblowing by a government employee from within a governmental institution is not only an act in the realm of media and news, but also a crucial element in […]...

Who is the government (in the broad sense) primarily accountable to? The answer is clear on one side and dark on the other. According to international law, the government (State) must be accountable to other governments for some of its actions. Unfortunately, the Islamic Republic of Iran has not done much to contribute to the […]...

The use of sanctions to deal with and bring enemies to their knees is a practice that has been prevalent since ancient times. Perhaps one of the most famous examples of sanctions in ancient Greece is the Pericles Decree in 432 BC. This decree prohibited the entry of products from “Megara” (a city in present-day […]...

From the beginning of the 19th century, when mass media, newspapers, and journalism emerged, all social fields from politics and culture to art and sports were influenced by this amazing phenomenon and found a new path towards progress and, in some cases, reached glory. Politics may have become entangled with journalism more than any other […]...

The Human Rights Landscape in Iran has cast a long and disturbing shadow on the international stage for several decades. Reports of severe violations, including restrictions on freedom of expression, unfair trials, and mistreatment of political activists, have sparked intense debates about the effectiveness of international organizations and global calls to pressure the Iranian government […]...

Responsiveness of officials to the people demonstrates the demands of citizens at the forefront of governance and introduces leaders as servants of the people in action. Through the principle of accountability, not only can the demands of citizens be obtained in a desirable manner, but the legitimacy of the political system will also significantly face […]...

Laws that are not enforced, facilities that are handed over to the private sector in the city, and budget cuts. The citizenship and human rights of individuals with disabilities are not considered in Iran and it seems that they are caught in the problems of the government, budget shortages, and chaotic privatization. The people of […]...

Every year on the calendar, one day (10th of August – equivalent to 1st of August) is dedicated to the World Childfree Day (2) to support and understand individuals and couples who have chosen not to have children. This day was first recognized in 1973 by the organization “National Organization for Non-Parents” (3). The goal […]...

The Resalat Qarz al-Hasaneh Bank emphasizes its role in providing interest-free loans and receiving a two percent profit in its advertisements. These advertisements have led to long lines in some provinces of the country to receive these facilities, but this is not entirely true. The use of cheap money and depositing with a rate of […]...

Military conscription system; mandatory or professional? Compulsory military service has been a topic of increased sensitivity in the public consciousness in recent years. The recent tragic incident in Saravan, which resulted in the death of three brave young conscripts, has once again highlighted the sensitivities surrounding compulsory military service. There are both supporters and opponents […]...

According to this sociologist, voluntary military service will eventually become mandatory in our country. He emphasizes that “we are behind in many areas” and has stated in the monthly magazine “Khat-e-Solh” that in Iran, there has always been a gap between what is in the best interest of society and what is happening. The topic […]...

A Look at Three Decades of Social and Human Rights Songs “Sandy” Every time I hear about mandatory military service, the voice of Shahram Azar, our own Sedi, rings in my ear: “Yaghloui with your hands in line for Sachmeh Polo…”. For several years now, the hashtag #SayNoToMilitaryService has been seen on social media. But […]...