Over the past half-decade, Iran has experienced a series of nation-wide protests led by diverse segments of society. Notably, the recent Mahsa Amini protest has distinguished itself as a women-led movement, emerging as the most potent and enduring challenge to the Islamic Republic since its inception in 1979. This panel aims to undertake a rigorous and scholarly examination of the Women, Life Freedom movement, encompassing an analysis of its distinctive characteristics, profound impacts, and consequential outcomes.

Panelists:

Dr Maryam Alemzadeh

Oxford School of Global and Area Studies

University of Oxford

Associate Professor in the History & Politics of Iran

Can ‘Normal’ Be Revolutionary? Woman Life Freedom and the Pursuit of Normalcy

Dr James Worrall

School of Politics and International Studies

University of Leeds

Associate Professor in International Relations and Middle East Studies

Cycles of Protest and Absorption in Iran: Is This Time Different?

Dr Alam Saleh

Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies

Australian National University

Lecturer in Politics and International Relations

Unveiling the Layers: Exploring Complications and Challenges of Protest Dynamics in Iran