Noshin Keshavarznia, Women’s Rights Activist, Arrested

Women’s rights activists reported on Tuesday the arrest of Noshin Keshavarznia, a social researcher, and her transfer to prison.

The Twitter page of Bidarzani media reported that Ms. Keshavarznia was arrested on Monday, the fifth of Ordibehesht, following a summons by Iranian security authorities, and was transferred to prison.

The report states that information about the charges against her and her detention location is not yet available.

Noshin Keshavarznia has focused her research and civil activities in recent years on the issue of violence and harassment against women.

Source: Radio Farda