Son - Ali Rahmani, Daughter - Kiana Rahmani (twins)
Career
Organization(s)
Defenders of Human Rights Center
National Council for Peace
Achievements
2009: Alexander Langer Award
2011: Per Anger Prize
2016: Human Rights Award of the City of Weimar
2018: Andrei Sakharov Prize
2022: Prize for Press Freedom from Reporters Without Borders
2022: Recognition as one of BBC's 100 inspiring women
2023: Olof Palme Prize
2023: PEN/Barbey Freedom to Write Award
2023: UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize
2023: Nobel Peace Prize
2024: Cinema for Peace Honorary Award
Career Summary
Narges Mohammadi is a renowned human rights activist who has been a leading voice for social justice and has endured significant persecution due to her advocacy. She has served in pivotal organizations such as the Defenders of Human Rights Centre, where she rose to the position of vice president. Her activism has led to multiple awards recognizing her courage and commitment to human rights.