(HOLLYWOOD PRESS CORPS) — Los Angeles, Ca — On Sunday, September 15, 2024, Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, in partnership with the Women’s March Foundation, will unveil Women Life Freedom Square in Westwood, honoring the life of Mahsa Amini. Amini died in Iranian police custody on September 16, 2022, after she was arrested for opposing the mandatory hijab dress code.
Mahsa’s death ignited the global Women Life Freedom movement, which demands the end of compulsory hijab laws and other forms of discrimination and oppression against women in Iran. This ceremony commemorates her legacy and the ongoing fight for women’s freedom worldwide.
The ceremony will feature speeches from community leaders and advocates, along with a vibrant celebration including food, arts and crafts, wellness activities, and resources for human rights advocacy.
Angelenos can participate by RSVPing at https://councildistrict5.lacity.gov/womenlifefreedom
Here’s a list of who will attend;
Katy Yaroslavsky, Councilwoman 5th District
Emiliana Guercera, CEO and President of Women’s March Foundation
Bob Blumenfield, Councilmember 3rd District
Ben Allen, State Senator 24th District
Roozebeh Farahanipour, President West LA Chamber
Elham Yaghoubian, Iranian American Jewish Federation
Sharona Nazarian, Vice Mayor of Beverly Hills
Nazanin Boniadi, Artist and Activist
Elahe Amani, President of the Women’s Intercultural Network
This event will be held on
Sunday,September 15, 2024 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The event will be at;
Westwood Boulevard & Rochester Avenue by the 99 Ranch Market
1360 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
RSVP and come out on Sunday!
