Turkan Bozkurt: Steps to Control Hijab in Iran Will Lead to the Breakdown of Social Unity

Alirza Quluncu, Voice of America, February 28, 2024

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The "Hijab and Chastity" project, which has been a hot topic in Iran for months, has not yet completed its legalization process. However, various institutions in the Islamic Republic that control women's dress and lifestyle continue to implement aggressive policies under this initiative.

In an interview with Voice of America, feminist activist Turkan Bozkurt stated that the Iranian government is trying to shift the issue of mandatory hijab from a government matter to a personal responsibility of the citizens.

Turkan Bozkurt: Policies on Language, Environment, and Natural Resources in Iranian Azerbaijan Reflect Colonial Practices

Alirza Quluncu, Voice of America, June 20, 2023

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In an interview with Voice of America, feminist activist Turkan Bozkurt described Tehran's policies on language, environment, and natural resources in Iranian Azerbaijan as "examples of colonial practices."

According to Bozkurt, since the 16th century, assimilation policies have been one of the most important tools used by colonial powers to control local populations.

Turkan Bozkurt: The Dynamics, Diversity, and Balance in Iran's Protests Were Not Reflected in the Exiled Opposition

Alirza Quluncu, Voice of America, April 4, 2023

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Feminist activist Turkan Bozkurt discussed the recent nationwide protests in Iran and the changes in Iranian society and politics that have emerged as a result in an interview with Voice of America.

Bozkurt believes that although the protests, which started in September 2022 and lasted for months, showed great diversity, balance, and dynamism, these aspects were not transferred to the opposition outside the country.

Turkan Bozkurt: Iran Will No Longer Be the Same as Before the Protests

Alirza Quluncu, Voice of America, October 15, 2022

Turkan Bozkurt

Feminist activist Turkan Bozkurt discussed the ongoing mass protests in Iran, led by women, that have been taking place for four weeks, in an interview with Voice of America.

According to Bozkurt, although these protests may not result in political change in Iran, they will bring about significant societal changes. She emphasizes that Iran will no longer be the same as it was before these protests.