Iranian Studies Initiative - UC Santa Barbara

Welcome to the Iranian Studies Initiative

We stand in solidarity with the courageous Iranian women and their male compatriots. We support their struggle for freedom, human rights, and dignity and strongly condemn any use of violence against those calling for basic human rights for all Iranians.

About the Initiative

Leading the way: Iranian women and their long road for their rights

Mexican foreign council interviews Dr. Janet Afary about the events that sparked the latest women’s protests in Iran

In solidarity with Iranian women, UCSB alumni created a video. "Woman, Life, Freedom", the main slogan of Iranian recent upspring is now heard around the world.