In Iran, the Baha’is are its largest non-Muslim religious minority and face unjust and systematic persecution due to religious discrimination.
This page highlights efforts undertaken by Australians speaking out and supporting their human rights.
Source: iranwire.com IranWire has learned that earlier today, 31 July, three members of the long-disbanded Yaran, or “friends” of the Baha’i community in Iran, who until 2008 helped to administer the community’s affairs, were detained. Mahvash&hellip
https://www.bic.org/news/persecution-bahais-iran-intensifies-second-month-row
More than 20 Baha’is in Shiraz, Tehran, Yazd and Bojnourd, have been arrested, jailed or subjected to home searches and business closures since the beginning of July. Last month 44 Baha’is were arrested, arraigned or imprisoned, suggesting an escalating crisis in the Iranian government’s syste...
IranWire understands that three Baha’i citizens near the city of Yazd, – Nematollah Shadpour and his son Nima Shadpour, and another indi ...
Security agents raided and searched the homes of a number of Baha’i citizens across Iran yesterday, 31 July, during which three members ...
44 Iranian Baha’is arrested, arraigned or jailed in June as leading human rights figure says situation is “getting worse”
The Iranian government’s systematic campaign to persecute the Baha’i religious minority accelerated again this past week with the arrest, court hearing or imprisonment of at least 18 more Baha’i citizens across the country, bringing the June total to 44 people. Hundreds of others, meanwhile, a...
The authorities in , are eradicating Baha'is from . 26 have been sentenced to imprisonment, exile and banned from leaving the country, some are young couples and parents with children.
https://www.bic.org/news/iranian-authorities-separate-bahai-parents-their-children-shiraz-sentences
A campaign by Iranian authorities to uproot the Baha’i community in Shiraz took a dark step forward, earlier in June, when Branch 1 of the Revolutionary Court sentenced 26 Baha’is to a combined total of 85 years in prison. Each individual was sentenced to prison terms ranging from two to five ye...
The Iranian leadership's plan to enrich itself by seizing Baha’i properties
https://www.bic.org/news/exposed-iranian-leaderships-plan-enrich-itself-seizing-bahai-properties
The Baha’i International Community is gravely concerned that an organisation entirely controlled by Iran’s leadership—a parastatal body called the Ex*****on of Imam Khomeini’s Order (EIKO, also known as Setad), which controls extensive assets across Iran—is orchestrating a rising trend of ...
New evidence that 's denial of higher to is driven by
https://www.bic.org/news/new-evidence-irans-denial-higher-education-bahais-driven-religious-prejudice
Recent reports indicate that the Iranian government has affirmed and further entrenched its policy to bar members of the Baha’i Faith from university. Young Baha’is, who for decades have been denied access to university, have encountered new official wording regarding this ban in their individua...
A committee of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly has again called on the Iranian government to end its discrimination of minorities in Iran, including the Baha’i community, Iran’s largest non-Muslim religious minority. Similar resolutions have been tabled and approved since the early 1980...
NEW YORK—16 December 2021—
The United Nations (UN) General Assembly has called on the Iranian government to end its discrimination of minorities in Iran, including of the Baha’i community, Iran’s largest non-Muslim religious minority. The vote confirms a Third Committee resolution passed in November.
Baha'i International Community
https://www.bic.org/news/un-general-assembly-calls-iran-eliminate-religious-discrimination
The United Nations (UN) General Assembly has called on the Iranian government to end its discrimination of minorities in Iran, including of the Baha’i community, Iran’s largest non-Muslim religious minority. The vote confirms a Third Committee resolution passed in November. The resolution, endor...
An article highlighting the 'fierce religious persecution' of the Baha'is in Iran has been published by SBS News
Eden Gillespie has displayed outstanding journalism in shining a light on this long standing issue, capturing so many aspects of the systematic persecution confronted by in
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/australian-baha-is-condemn-iran-s-relentless-persecution-of-religious-minority/a6746641-e090-48cc-add4-18569f9205c2
Fearing for their lives, Pantea Motearefi and her family fled Iran in 1993. But 26 years later, Baha’is in Iran are still subjected to fierce religious persecution.
22 November 2021
A motion has been passed in the Federal Parliament of Australia calling for an end to the persecution of the Baha'is in Iran.
The motion was put forward by Ian Goodenough and seconded by Peter Khalil, with support from across the floor by Jason Falinski, Sharon Claydon, Anne Aly and Helen Haines.
Each expressed their support towards the Baha'i community and called on the government of Iran to respect and uphold the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran.
We express extreme gratitude to each of you for your depth of compassion and sincere care towards the plight of the in
Jason Falinski Anne Aly Ian Goodenough MP Peter Khalil Sharon Claydon MP Helen Haines MP
The state sponsored campaign of hatred against the Bahá'ís in Iran has been on the rise in all media platforms, including radio, newspapers, television and social media. Every month, hundreds of anti-Bahá’í articles and videos are published in Iran.
This rise in hate propaganda is part of the four-decade-long, government-led effort to arouse feelings of suspicion, distrust, and hatred for the Bahá’í population of Iran. History shows that persecution can escalate to the most grievous crimes in a climate of propaganda, disinformation and hatred. Bahá’ís in Iran are not given the right to reply to any of the baseless accusations made against them, either in the media or via any other outlet.
In response, Australians from all backgrounds have voiced their concern in connection to the of the in , calling on Iran to against the .
The United Nations General Assembly's 3rd Committee resolution on in is adopted by a vote of 79Y-30N-71A.
Thank you to the United Nations for bringing the situation of the in to the attention of the world.
https://www.bic.org/news/un-committee-passes-resolution-calling-iran-eliminate-religious-discrimination
The state sponsored campaign of hatred against the Bahá'ís in Iran has been on the rise in all media platforms, including radio, newspapers, television and social media. Every month, hundreds of anti-Bahá’í articles and videos are published in Iran.
This rise in hate propaganda is part of the four-decade-long, government-led effort to arouse feelings of suspicion, distrust, and hatred for the Bahá’í population of Iran. History shows that persecution can escalate to the most grievous crimes in a climate of propaganda, disinformation and hatred. Bahá’ís in Iran are not given the right to reply to any of the baseless accusations made against them, either in the media or via any other outlet.
In response, Australians from all backgrounds have voiced their concern in connection to the of the in , calling on Iran to against the .
Last month and in the village of Kata in the Dena district of Iran, parts of Baha'i cemeteries were destroyed by unknown individuals who ransacked the walls, mortuary and sanitation facility. The systematic destruction of Baha'i cemeteries in various cities over the past four decades in Iran by the government or with the green light of the Islamic Republic is of great concern. What threat do the dead pose? A video capturing the recent attacks can be viewed by visiting:
https://www.hra-news.org/2021/hranews/a-31652/
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خبرگزاری هرانا – بخشهایی از آرامستان بهائیان (گلستان جاوید) در روستای کتا از توابع در شهرستان دنا واقع در استان کهگیلویه و بویراحمد به صورت شبانه تخریب شد. تخریب نظا....
In July this year, and due to the alarming rise in hate speech towards the Baha'is in Iran, members of Perth's Baha'i Community met together with Dr Buti, Minister for multicultural interests in Western Australia. During this meeting, they discussed the decades long persecution faced by the Baha'is in Iran. The hour-long meeting touched on the history of these persecutions, including the exchange of first-hand accounts experienced by those in attendance.
Dr Buti expressed the high regard in which Baha’is are held in Western Australia and acknowledged the human rights violations faced by the Baha'is in Iran.
Thank you, Dr. Tony Buti MLA, for your interest and support.
To read further about the persecution of the Baha'is in Iran, visit: https://iranbahaipersecution.bic.org
We are grateful to and appreciate the support from Australians who used their platform and voice to draw attention to the alarming amount of hate speech against the in , including:
Craig Foster Maya Jupiter Senator Janet Rice Kevin Andrews Mayor Stephen Lawrence
The campaign called on Iran’s government to end more than 40 years of government-sponsored hate speech against the country’s Bahá’ís has drawn unprecedented support from a global coalition of government officials, leaders of thought, civil society organizations, activists, religious leaders, artists, prominent Iranians, and many others, reaching over 88 million people as it trended around the world.
Bahá'í World News Service Baha'i International Community
https://news.bahai.org/story/1526/
Campaign calling on Iran’s government to end hate speech against the country’s Bahá’ís draws unprecedented global support from many segments of society.
'Systematic harassment and official hatred against the Baha'is in Iran is not something new. Confiscation of property, illegal detention, long prison sentences and denial of work or education are some of the coercive actions of the Iranian government against Baha'is that we often read about in the media.'
Iranwire English
https://iranwire.com/en/features/10164
The "Iran Without Hate" social media campaign, in Persian and in English, was to address discrimination against Iran’s Baha'i community and to help reduce this discrimination in Iran. A Twitter storm with the hashtag in English and, in Persian, , attracted ...
Amnesty International Australia has joined the Australian Baha'i Community in calling on the Australian Government to ask that Iranian authorities take action to ensure the rights of Baha'is are protected
https://www.amnesty.org.au/increasing-propaganda-raises-serious-concerns-for-the-human-rights-of-bahais-in-iran/
Amnesty has joined the Australian Baha’i Community in calling on the Australian Government to demand that Iranian authorities take action to ensure the rights of Baha'i's are protected.
Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom today strongly condemned the destruction of Baha’i homes in the town of Roshan Kuh in Mazandaran Province, Iran.
https://religionsforpeaceaustralia.org.au/?p=13486
USCIRF Condemns Destruction of Baha’i Homes in Iran August 6, 2021 by Admin Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) today strongly condemned the destruction of Baha’i homes in the town of Roshan Kuh in Mazandaran Province, Iran. “We strongly ...
This article by Steven Trask for SBS News highlights the efforts by Australians to put a stop to the hate speech against the Baha'is in Iran.
"Australia’s Baha’i community is urgently trying to raise the alarm as members of the religious minority are targeted by an escalating hate speech campaign stemming from Iran.
A growing international movement - including academics, politicians, advocates and celebrities - is now trying to raise awareness of the online attacks targeting Baha’is."
SBS Australia SBS Dateline
Baha’is are the most persecuted religious minority in Iran, according to the United Nations.
“I am deeply concerned about the religious persecution of people of the Faith by the Iranian government.” -Senator Janet Rice
We are grateful to Senator Janet Rice for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
Luke McPharlin speaks out in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted due to religious discrimination.
Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is.
History shows that persecution can escalate to the most grievous crimes in a climate of propaganda, disinformation and hatred.
We can't let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Suresh Rajan for lending his voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Claire Moore for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Kevin Andrews for lending his voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Melissa Parke for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Councillor Stephen Lawrence for lending his voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Maya Jupiter for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Rev Dr Patrick McInerney for lending his voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Lisa O'Malley MLA for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Jeremy Jones for lending his voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Chris Cooper from Reset Australia for lending his voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
We are grateful to Kylie Moore-Gilbert for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself.
In recent months, the Iranian government's decades-long campaign of hate speech and propaganda against Baha'is in Iran has reached new levels, increasing in both sophistication and scale.
Bahá'í World News Service
seeks to draw attention towards the rising amount of hate speech against Baha’is in Iran. Australians from all quarters of society have offered their support by expressing their concern towards the situation, which is intensifying at an alarming rate across all media platforms. Let’s not let history repeat itself.
The Baha’i International Community is calling for the Iranian government to be held accountable for its campaign of hate speech against the Baha’is in Iran. In recent months, the four-decades long state-sponsored campaign of hate speech and propaganda has reached new levels, increasing in both s...
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We are grateful to Maya Jupiter for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself. #StopHatePropaganda
We are grateful to Kylie Moore-Gilbert for lending her voice in support of the human rights of the Baha'is in Iran who are systematically persecuted. Hate propaganda and disinformation is just one of many tactics used by Iranian authorities and is used to arouse suspicion and distrust towards Baha’is. Don’t let history repeat itself. #StopHatePropaganda
#StopHatePropaganda seeks to draw attention towards the rising amount of hate speech against Baha’is in Iran. Australians from all quarters of society have offered their support by expressing their concern towards the situation, which is intensifying at an alarming rate across all media platforms. Let’s not let history repeat itself.
