Our mission
To raise awareness about social injustices in Iran—especially violations of women’s and children’s rights—through research, advocacy, cultural programming and public engagement.
Paris-based human rights association
Freedom grows through collective action.
Born from the Woman, Life, Freedom uprising, Azadaneh brings research, public advocacy and community action together to make human-rights voices heard.
2024Founded in Paris
Research + actionEvidence-led advocacy
Across bordersInternational solidarity
Why we exist
Mission & vision
We connect scholarship, culture and advocacy so that concern becomes informed, visible action.
Our vision
A world where human rights are universally respected, oppressed voices are heard, and cross-border solidarity drives democratic and equitable change.
In the field
Showing up where rights, justice and solidarity meet.
Azadaneh builds relationships with defenders, researchers and organisations working across borders. These exchanges turn shared values into practical collaboration.
Read the congress updateFlagship initiative
Together Against Gender Apartheid
A two-year initiative working with Iranian and Afghan diaspora communities to produce a socially rigorous, internationally validated narrative describing gender apartheid—grounded in women’s lived experiences.
The 24-month timeline begins at the formal project launch, once funding and research arrangements are in place.
Build trust
Map communities, form the core team and create a safe research framework.
Listen & draft
Gather protected testimonies and develop the shared narrative with expert input.
Validate & share
Finalise the manuscript and prepare it for advocacy and international engagement.
News & progress
Latest from Azadaneh
Azadaneh at the 5th WISE Conference in Mijas
Azadaneh joined women from diverse countries and backgrounds in Mijas for dialogue on gender equality, women’s independence and sustainable social change.
Read updateAzadaneh Presents Pilot Study on Gender Apartheid at the 5th WISE Conference
Maryam Mousavi and Noushin Mirjalili presented their completed pilot study on gender apartheid in Iran and Afghanistan, with Maryam moderating the panel.
Read updateA New Step Towards Supporting Azadaneh
Azadaneh can now issue official French tax receipts, allowing eligible donors to benefit from tax deductions under French law.
Read updateCollective action starts here
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We welcome volunteers, partners and supporters who share our commitment to human dignity, women’s rights and international solidarity.
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