Biography
Dr. Atefeh Batyari (abatyari@ut.ac.ir) holds a PhD in Criminology from the University of Tehran. She has studied vulnerable groups, especially women. The results of her studies have been published to Persian and English in various journals; you can see some of her works at: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4169-0565
Abstract
The Woman, Life, Freedom movement in Iran emerged as a significant societal response to the tragic death of Mahsa Amini in 2022. This movement is characterized by unique strategies that aim to draw global attention to the plight of women in Iran and their struggle for rights and freedoms. The movement utilizes several tactics, including cutting hair, burning scarves, turban knocking, and the rhetorical strategy of a song anthem. These tactics and rhetoric convey the emotional weight of the movement and invite broader participation and support from diverse audiences. A pragmatist feminist analysis of these protest methods reveals their effectiveness in challenging the status quo and advocating for social justice. If Iranian politicians of the Islamic Republic of Iran ignore the movement, it could escalate tensions between the regime and its citizens, potentially leading to increased radicalization.
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Recommended Citation
Batyari, Atefeh (2025) "Rhetoric and Tactics of the Woman, Life, Freedom Protest Movement in Iran," Dignity: A Journal of Analysis of Exploitation and Violence: Vol. 10: Iss. 1, Article 4. https://doi.org/10.23860/dignity.2025.10.01.04
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