Second member of Yaran released
Former member of the Yaran, Fariba Kamalabadi, has been released after a long, unjust prison sentence.
October 31, 2017
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Attacks in Yemen and Iran coincide with bicentenary period
Security forces opened fire on a small gathering in Yemen on 22 October 2017. Persecution in Iran intensifies.
October 23, 2017
Decade of unjust imprisonment ends for Mahvash Sabet
After an unjust and harrowing imprisonment, Mahvash Sabet's prison term has come to an end today.
September 19, 2017
A peaceful, persistent response to injustice
Three decades ago, barred from higher education, the Baha’is of Iran embarked on a remarkable journey to educate their youth.
July 21, 2017
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Murals as symbols of solidarity, resilience
Education is Not a Crime is a street art campaign to raise awareness for human rights in Iran.
June 4, 2017
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Tribal leaders stand in solidarity with Yemeni Baha'is
Tribal leaders and human rights activists led a demonstration calling for an end to the persecution of Baha'is in Yemen.
May 17, 2017
Global campaign launches for imprisoned Baha'i leaders
Seven Iranian Baha’i leaders were imprisoned nine years ago. The BIC’s campaign “Not Another Year” calls for their release.
May 12, 2017
Ominous wave of Yemen arrests raises alarm
Authorities in Sana'a, Yemen, have ordered the arrest of 25 Baha'is.
April 21, 2017
Distinguished composer casts light on prisoner's poems
Renowned composer Lasse Thoresen's new work highlights the poetry of Mahvash Sabet, wrongfully imprisoned in Iran for being a Baha'i.
April 17, 2017
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Baha'is of Iran website launches
The official website of the Baha’i community of Iran gives a sense of the history, diversity, and aspirations of the Baha’is in Iran.
February 15, 2017