To study political science at university and become a journalist documenting Iran's journey toward democracy
Mahan Sadrat Madani was a 17-year-old high school student in Tehran with dreams as vast as his courage. Despite his young age, he was deeply politically aware, often discussing current events with classmates and teachers. He excelled in literature and history, using his knowledge to understand Iran's struggle for freedom. When the Woman, Life, Freedom movement began, he couldn't stay silent, joining protests with his schoolmates and becoming a voice for his generation's demand for change.
Our generation will not accept chains
His death at just 17 years old shocked the nation and galvanized teenage participation in the movement. High schools across Tehran held secret memorials, and students wore black armbands in his memory. His literature teacher published his essays posthumously, inspiring young writers to use their words as weapons against tyranny.
A 22-year-old Kurdish woman whose death in police custody after being arrested for "improper hijab" sparked the Woman, Life, Freedom revolution that shook the foundations of the Islamic Republic.
“I just want to go home”
A 16-year-old girl who disappeared during protests. Her last message was a video singing about freedom. Security forces killed her and hid her body, then forced her family to lie about her death.
“I will stay and fight for freedom”
A 16-year-old YouTuber who loved making videos and bringing joy to others. She was beaten to death by security forces during protests in Karaj. The regime forced her family to say she committed suicide.
“Life is beautiful when you are free”
Their Path Continues
The memory of our eternal names lives in our hearts and will continue until Iran is free
Woman, Life, Freedom