Fariba Parsa
Fariba Parsa, Ph.D., specializes in political ideologies of democracy and civil movements in Iran. She worked as an assistant research […]
Fariba Parsa, Ph.D., specializes in political ideologies of democracy and civil movements in Iran. She worked as an assistant research […]
This chapter tells a story of the work of Iranian women activists to change gender discriminatory laws. Iranian women created
Challenges of Iranian Women to Change the Gender Discriminatory Law Read Post »
The Islamic Republic of Iran has long cultivated the image of an ideologically unified and stable regime. Yet beneath this
Fragmented Power in Tehran Read Post »
As Iran nears a historic turning point, the question before policymakers and analysts is no longer whether the Islamic Republic
The Future of Iran: A North Korea or South Korea Scenario? Read Post »
The Islamic Republic of Iran is facing unprecedented pressure from both within and outside its borders. Internally, economic collapse, widespread
Why Regime Change in Iran Is Becoming Inevitable Read Post »
In the ongoing struggle for democracy in Iran, women have emerged as some of the most influential and unifying voices,
Women Are Central to Iran’s Pro-Democracy Movement Read Post »
For decades, U.S. engagement with Iran has been narrowly focused on nuclear negotiations and regional security, almost exclusively through diplomatic
Meeting Opposition to Iran’s Islamic Regime Read Post »
In discussions about geopolitics, human rights, and international diplomacy, it is increasingly important to make a clear distinction between Iran and the
Distinguishing Between the Islamic Republic and Iran Read Post »
On September 16, 2022, the death of Mahsa Amini while in the custody of Tehran’s religious morality police sent shockwaves
Mahsa Amini’s Legacy: A New Movement for Iranian Women Read Post »
Over the past three months, there has been a massive outpouring of support around the world for the people of
How international women’s organizations are supporting Iran’s protest movement Read Post »