Expert panel explores the intersection of women’s rights and religious freedom in Iran
An online expert briefing hosted by the Bahá’í Community of Canada’s Office of Public Affairs brought together over 100 participants—including parliamentarians, academics, civil servants, and representatives of civil society—for an in-depth discussion on “The Intersection of Oppression: Women’s Rights and Religious Freedom in Iran”, on May 15, 2025. Featuring four human rights experts, the webinar examined how ongoing forms of gender and faith-based oppression against minorities in Iran intersect to intensify the persecution of Bahá’í women. Speakers outlined the implications of this dual oppression and offered policy recommendations for governments, international organizations, and civil society to respond to these human rights violations effectively.
