EU Policy & Law
Parliament Honours Jina Mahsa Amini for Sakharov Prize
The European Parliament has awarded its 2023 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to Jina Mahsa Amini and the Woman, Life, Freedom movement in Iran. This prestigious human rights prize recognizes their fight for fundamental rights and freedoms, highlighting the ongoing struggle against oppression. The award underscores the EU's commitment to supporting human rights defenders globally and puts a spotlight on the situation of women in Iran.
EU recognizes fight for human rights in Iran with top prize.