Women Photos Right to choose First protests against mandatory hijab Compiled by Pedram Missaghi March 7, 2000 The Iranian The following photographs are from the first weeks after the 1979 revolution. They show women demonstrating against compulsory wearing of the hijab as well as its supporters. See chronology here. See old news clips (1) (2). Also see video at Rahai-Zan TV.  Most photos by Sophie Keir. Click on images to see larger photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . * * COMMENT For letters section To Pedram Missaghi * FAQ * Advertising * Support iranian.com * Editorial policy * Write for Iranian.com * Reproduction

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