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2019 was a year of global uprisings, with millions taking to the streets fighting for freedom and democracy. In 2020, the movement continues. In Iran, the downing of the Ukrainian passenger plane re-ignited the anti-government protests, and similar mass demonstrations are taking place in Iraq and Lebanon, demanding social and political change.

Many of the leading activists are women, and together with Oslo Women’s Rights Initiative and Civita, The Nobel Peace Center invite you to come and listen to courageous stories featuring prominent female activists from Iran, Iraq and Lebanon.

Our speakers:

Masih Alinejad, Iranian journalist and human rights defender, who spearheaded the grassroot movement My Stealthy Freedom to protest Iran’s compulsory public hijab law.

Rasha Al Aqeedi, Iraqi analyst and researcher. Editor of the platform “Irfaa Sawtak” and fellow at the Center for Global Policy.

Taffan Ako Taha, Swedish-Kurdish activist and founder of EmpowHERment, an organization assisting victims of human trafficking.

Luna Safwan, Lebanese freelance Journalist and communication specialist, currently working in Beirut documenting the uprisings.

The event is a cooperation between the Oslo Women’s Rights Initiative, the Nobel Peace Center and Civita. It is sponsored by Stiftelsen Fritt Ord.

The event is free of charge and open to the public.

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About the Oslo Women’s Rights Initiative (OWRI):

A network of activists and experts founded on the idea that collaboration is key to supporting universal gender equality. The Initiative seeks to connect prominent women’s rights activists around the world with Norwegian civil society leaders. Following the talks at the Nobel Center, participating activists will convene for two days of workshops where they can explore partnerships and collaborative projects to elevate their work, expand their resources and broaden their opportunities. 2020 is the third annual gathering of OWRI in Oslo.