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What in the World
How has Mahsa Amini’s death changed Iran?
Sep 15, 2023
Mahsa Amini, a young woman from Iran, died in police custody for wearing her hijab too loosely, sparking protests and calls for women's rights. Journalists Baran Abbasi and Kian Sharifi discuss life for young women in Iran after the protests. Mimi Swaby shares hopeful relief efforts in Morocco after an earthquake.
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- The death of Masa Amini and the subsequent protests sparked a desire for regime change and challenged the Iranian government's authority, leading to women pushing boundaries and going out in public without headscarves.
- Despite strict censorship measures, Iranians utilize social media platforms and circumvent restrictions through the use of VPNs and proxy software to organize protests, share firsthand accounts, and express their desire for change.
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Living as a Young Woman in Iran
Despite facing strict Islamic laws, women in Iran continue to challenge societal norms through acts of defiance. After the death of Masa Amini, a young woman arrested for not wearing her hijab properly, protests erupted across the country. These demonstrations led to women removing their headscarves in public and engaging in acts of civil disobedience. Social media played a crucial role in spreading awareness of these protests, despite strict censorship measures by the Iranian government. While the protests may have died down, the commitment to change remains strong, as women continue to challenge compulsory hijab laws, risking fines and societal disapproval.
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