Who Is Narges Mohammadi, Jailed Iranian Human Rights Activitst And Winner Of 2023 Nobel Peace Prize?
She's deserves all the recoginition!
In the heart of Iran, a fearless champion of human rights and women’s empowerment has emerged as the shining star of 2023. Narges Mohammadi, a name that resonates with courage and resilience, has been awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize for her unwavering dedication to dismantling the oppressive regime’s stronghold on her homeland and is currently serving her time in prison of 31 years for running a campaign against the abolition of the death penalty.
2023 #NobelPeacePrize laureate Narges Mohammadi’s brave struggle has come with tremendous personal costs. The Iranian regime has arrested her 13 times, convicted her five times, and sentenced her to a total of 31 years in prison and 154 lashes. Mohammadi is still in prison. pic.twitter.com/ooDEZAVX01
— The Nobel Prize (@NobelPrize) October 6, 2023
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Born in the ancient city of Zanjan in 1972, Mohammadi’s journey to becoming a symbol of hope and justice was not a smooth one. Her early activism began as a student, where she quickly drew the attention of Iranian authorities for her participation in protests against the oppressive government. Her fearless spirit led to her arrest and imprisonment, but it only fueled her resolve to fight for justice and freedom. A graduate of Imam Khomeini International University with a degree in Physics, Mohammadi’s thirst for knowledge and equality didn’t stop in the classroom. She balanced her engineering career with her role as a prolific writer for reform-minded newspapers. Her words became a powerful tool for challenging the status quo.
As a young physics student Mohammadi distinguished herself as an advocate for equality and women’s rights. In 2011 she was arrested for the first time and sentenced to many years of imprisonment for her efforts to assist incarcerated activists and their families.#NobelPrize
— The Nobel Prize (@NobelPrize) October 6, 2023
In 2000, Narges Mohammadi took a pivotal step in her activism journey by founding the Defenders of Human Rights Center (DHRC). This organization, inspired by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shirin Ebadi, was a beacon of hope for political prisoners and their families, providing them with legal support and much-needed assistance. Her advocacy for equality and women’s rights became her life’s mission. Despite the ever-looming threat of imprisonment, Mohammadi continued to be a voice for those silenced by oppression. In 2010, she was sentenced to six years in prison for her relentless work with the DHRC and her opposition to the Iranian government’s crackdown on the Green Movement, a pro-democracy movement that emerged after the 2009 Iranian presidential election.
Narges Mohammadi wins the #NobelPeacePrize 💜 What a strong sign of support for Women Life Freedom!
I was amongst those supporting her nomination and I am over the moon. Congratulations my dear friend!
Across the globe, we need to stand together to fight repression. 💚🕊️❤️ pic.twitter.com/XMuNxN9Oyv
— Hannah Neumann (@HNeumannMEP) October 6, 2023
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Despite the relentless persecution she faced, her determination to make a difference only grew stronger. In 2015, Mohammadi was arrested once again and sentenced to additional years behind bars. She endured a rollercoaster of arrests, releases, and imprisonments, often on medical furlough, with the world watching and rallying behind her.
Congratulations to #NargesMohammadi for receiving the 2023 #NobelPeacePrize. She is a fierce and persistent advocate for human rights in Iran and currently imprisoned for her courageous work. https://t.co/Syv8NBXX8W
— Nazanin Boniadi (@NazaninBoniadi) October 6, 2023
Her remarkable resilience and unwavering commitment to her cause did not go unnoticed. In 2023, Narges Mohammadi was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless efforts in advocating for human rights and freedom for all in Iran but is still imprisoned.
First Published: October 06, 2023 4:37 PM
