Sarvenaz Ahmadi

HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDER

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HRD's bio and work: Sarvenaz Ahmadi is a prominent activist for workers' rights and women's rights in Iran. She became involved in trade union and social activities from a young age, advocating for the rights of the underprivileged and workers. Ahmadi’s activism, particularly in labor protests and her support for women's rights, has led to her arrest and prosecution multiple times. Despite facing numerous restrictions and repression throughout her career, she continues her efforts in defending human rights. Ahmadi is also recognized as an inspirational figure in labor and women's movements.

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Latitude: 35.79735164706754

Longitude: 51.38608608798995

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Recent case update / evolution: Ms. Ahmadi was sentenced to 6 years in prison by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolqasem Salavati. This sentence was eventually reduced to three years and six months of imprisonment by Branch 36 of the Tehran Court of Appeals.

Soudabeh Belali, the mother of this prisoner, announced in a statement that Ms. Ahmadi has ended her medication strike following the authorities' promise to grant her medical leave.

Allegations / reports of ill-treatment: https://www.hra-news.org/2024/hranews/a-50874/

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Urgent support needed: Medical assistance. Sarvenaz Ahmadi is suffering from mental health issues and requires medical attention.

Any other relevant documents: Sarvenaz Ahmadi – FLD Profile https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/en/case/iran-sarvenaz-ahmadi-and-kamyar-fakour-denied-amnesty

Dozens of Labor Activists Detained, Thousands of Workers Threatened as Strikes Roil Iran https://iranhumanrights.org/2023/05/activists-detained-workers-threatened-as-oil-industry-workers-strike-in-iran/

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