human rights defender

Mohammad Ali Zahmatkesh

HRD's year of birth

1964

HRD's Gender

Man

Type of HRD

  • NGO member
  • Social and community leader
  • Trade union leader

HRD's thematic area of engagement

  • Civil and political rights
  • Economic, social and cultural rights
  • Labour rights

HRD's geographical origin

Urban

Current Status

Under house arrest (sentenced)

HRD's bio and work

Mohammad Ali Zohmatkesh, a social and civil activist, is recognized as a prominent figure in the field of citizenship rights and social justice. Through his efforts, he has become known for raising public awareness and advocating for the rights of marginalized groups. His work focuses on issues such as the right to education, social equality, and freedom of expression. By creating spaces for dialogue and organizing awareness campaigns, he has successfully drawn public attention to these critical matters. His actions, which emphasize peaceful methods, have been welcomed by civil society. However, due to his activism, he has consistently faced restrictions and security pressures.

Detained since

May 14, 2023

Charge(s)

  • Anti-government propaganda
  • Other

Sentence

Mr. Mohammad Ali Zahmatkesh has been sentenced to 2 years of imprisonment

Geolocation of detention

Country or area of detention

Region of detention

  • Asia: Southern Asia

Location of detention - City/Town

Shiraz

Location of detention - Facility

Adelabad Prison

Recent case update / evolution

According to the latest report, the laborer Mohammad Ali will spend the rest of his imprisonment at home with electronic shackles.

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