Hamraz Sadeghi

HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDER

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HRD's bio and work: Hamraz Sadeghi, a women’s rights activist and a staunch opponent of Iran's compulsory hijab laws, was arrested for her protest activities and her involvement in the "Girls of Revolution Street" movement. She protested against the mandatory hijab policies of the Islamic Republic by sharing content on social media, which led to her legal prosecution. Hamraz had previously been arrested for participating in peaceful protests and demonstrations, and she is currently imprisoned in Evin Prison.

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Latitude: 35.79735164706754

Longitude: 51.38608608798995

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Recent case update / evolution: Ms. Sadeghi was sentenced to one year in prison by the Revolutionary Court.

Ms. Sadeghi, one of the women opposing the mandatory hijab and known as one of the "Girls of Revolution Street," was sent to Evin Prison in August to serve her one-year prison sentence.

Any other relevant documents: Iran: Dozens of women ill-treated and at risk of long jail terms for peacefully protesting compulsory veiling https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2018/02/iran-dozens-of-women-ill-treated-and-at-risk-of-long-jail-terms-for-peacefully-protesting-compulsory-veiling/

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