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Meet Iranian lawyer who saved 14 women

The Iranian defense lawyer Mohammad Mostafaei has saved 14 condemned women and children in Iran. Now his fight for children and women’s rights put him in danger. Meet him at the Amnesty International in Oslo, Monday 16 August at 17.00.

Published: August 15, 2010 Author: Ina Tin

When: Monday, 16. August 2010 17.00-18.30
To: Monday, 16. August 2010
Where: Oslo, Amnesty International, Grensen 3,
Host: Amnesty International Norway
Contact: Ina Tin (itin@amnesty.no / 47400285)
More info: www.amnesty.no/aktuelt/flere-nyheter/møt-mostafaei-som-reddet-14-fra-galgen

– Mostafaei is one of the most courageous advocates for children’s and women’s rights in Iran that really deserve respect. Amnesty International knows 14 women and children who have been rescued from the gallows, thanks to his efforts, “said communications manager at Amnesty International Norway, Ina Tin.

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