March 2011
Iran’s Reformists and Activists: Internet Exploiters
Although their 2005 electoral triumph provided the hardliners with a golden opportunity to inhibit dissent, it failed to solve most of the inherent flaws of the Islamic Republic and, consequently, left the root of dissent very much intact.
Creating the Impossible: The Invisible Network of Britain’s Activist Subculture
“The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion.” Camus
As Strong as Our Signal: An Evolving Novelty
Human rights activist Mana Mostatabi takes a look at the ways in which new media is transforming activism. She asks hard questions about just how effective […]
The Networked Diaspora
For as long as people have looked for new opportunities, resources and biotopes, migration has taken place.
Special Rapporteur: Listen to Independent Voices
UN Approves Special Human Rights Rapporteur for Iran, the Result of Tireless Efforts and the Dedication of Iran’s Civil Society The United Nations Human Rights Council […]
Massacre of Prisoners in Karaj
The Massacre of Prisoners at Ghezel Hesar Prison and the Dearth of Institutions to Defend Prisoners’ Rights 21 March 2011 , Arseh Sevom – On the […]
UNHRC Appoints Special Rapporteur (Update)
A Special Rapporteur has been appointed by the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to investigate the situation in Iran. When asked how this would effect the situation in Iran, human rights lawyer Shadi Sadr told Arseh Sevom that the reports of previous Special Ra
As Strong as Our Signal
What happens to all those narratives we post, like, re-tweet, forward, share, forward, and paste after we’re done with them?
Human Rights Council Appoints Special Rapporteur for Iran
The UN Human Rights Council has appointed a Special Rapporteur for Iran. There were 22 votes in favor, 7 against, and 14 abstentions. During discussions concerning […]