SOUTH WEST ASIA AND NORTH AFRICA COLLECTIVE

VOICES OF DISSENT

SOCIAL REFORM IN IRAN

THURSDAY JUNE 25th at 3:00 p.m. PST

KPFK 90.7 F.M. 

PACIFICA RADIO

THIS SHOW IS PRODUCED BY FARAH SAVARI AND LUCY DER TAVITIAN FROM THE SWANA COLLECTIVE.
HOSTED BY LUCY DER TAVITIAN

This week Radio Intifada explores the dynamics of the  movement that is unfolding in Iran today. We will look at the multifaceted causes that led to the revolt, including  the economic, social, domestic and foreign policy issues. Three prominent observers and activists will provide an in-depth analyses of the position of the ruling elite, how the movement has challenged the status quo and the possible changes that lie ahead. We'll also explore the vibrant women's movement in the country and the contributions of women to the larger movement.

JOINING US:

KAVEH EHSANI: A research scholar at the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a member of the editorial board of Middle East Report.

DORNA BANDARI: Organizer and media representative of the Iranian student movement and the One Million Signature Campaign.

MINOO MOALLEM: Professor of Gender and Women's Studies at UC Berkeley, author of Warrior Brother and Veiled Sister. Islamic Fundamentalism and the Cultural Politics of Patriarchy in Iran (2005).