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It is September 2022. In the Iranian capital Tehran, young Mahsa Amini is arrested. The charge: she was not wearing her hijab (headscarf) properly. At the police station, she is mistreated to such an extent that she does not survive, resulting in violent protests.
Reason for WCA to pay tribute this year to the brave women in Iran fighting for more freedom in the programme Strong & Unwavering: Women of Iran. Because self-determination is a universal right, for both men and women.
During their studies, a close friendship develops between Iranian Zahra and Romanian Maria. When Zahra returns to her homeland during the Iranian Revolution in 1979, the two keep in touch through letters.
When six-year-old Roham becomes too curious, a cleric comes to school to teach the children proper norms. Youthful innocence collides with the raw reality of adults.
Iranian Shayda has moved to Australia to escape her abusive husband. But can she and her little daughter actually live in freedom?
