Shadi Sadr

Shadi Sadr, born in 1974, is a prominent Iranian lawyer, journalist, and human rights defender. With a passion for justice, she co-founded Justice for Iran (JFI) in 2010, where she serves as the Executive Director. Her work has garnered international attention, leading her to publish and lecture on critical human rights issues around the globe.

Throughout her career, Sadr has faced significant challenges, including her detention in Evin prison in both 2007 and 2009. Despite these hardships, she has remained steadfast in her commitment to advocating for human rights and has been recognized for her efforts with several prestigious awards, including the Human Rights Tulip and the Alexander Prize from the Law School of Santa Clara University.

On May 17, 2010, Sadr was convicted by the Tehran Revolutionary Court for