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Young people and students in Iran have been in the forefront of the opposition in Iran. They have been targeted by government forces for especially brutal treatment and have had their dormitories attacked as well.

You might ask why Iran? There are thousands of places we could focus on. One of our non-Iranian volunteers says, “For me, Iran is important right now because there is a strong, mature internal movement with leaders that support equal rights for women and minorities and free speech and peaceful assembly. They have shown that millions of Iranians want change and are willing to work hard to gain it. Iran is now engaged in an historical struggle for civil rights.” Those of us outside Iran can help them most by showing that we are listening and by making sure that their cause does not get forgotten.

On December 12, United4Iran is organizing a global day of arts for human and civil rights in Iran. We are inviting artists, musicians, and others to honor the hard work of those in Iran who are struggling to gain civil rights for themselves and others.

U2 has been dedicating songs and performances to the opposition in Iran

Wyclef Jean has also done a piece

Other projects have included: a 2 kilometer green scroll that was unveiled in Paris, digital paintings (some disturbing drawings included), and countless songs by Iranian performers.

We would like to invite people all over the world to send visual and musical messages to people in Iran who are struggling so hard fort their civil rights. It means a lot to them to know that others care about them and acknowledge their efforts. For best effect, the pieces should be things that can be shared over the internet: videos, photographs, music, etc. If you would like to participate, contact us:

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