On Saturday, February 22, 2025, the Women’s Committee of the National Council of Resistance of Iran hosted a conference to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD 2025). The event gathered distinguished political leaders, human rights advocates, and supporters of the Iranian Resistance from over 80 countries.
Iulia Dascalu is a Moldovan politician who is a member of the Parliament of Moldova since 2021.
Iulia Dascalu delivered a speech at the IWD 2025 event in Paris, the text of which are presented below.
Iulia Dascalu: Standing in Solidarity with the Iranian Resistance
Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.
Once again, I stand before you—not only as a woman but as a politician and a member of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova. It is an honor to stand in solidarity with the Iranian Resistance and to support the courageous men and women who are fighting for freedom and human rights.
A Regime Built on Repression and Misogyny
We are well aware that repression against women in Iran has intensified. Many women have been executed, and this brutal trend continues. But this is not just about numbers—it is about human lives. This regime wields fear and violence as weapons to silence women who simply seek to live freely. It is a system built on misogyny, one that not only strips women of their rights but also uses repression as a tool to control society.
Iranian Women: A Symbol of Unyielding Resistance
Yet, the brave women of Iran refuse to surrender. Despite the constant threat to their lives, they stand strong, knowing that the liberation of women is the liberation of all. The protests we witness today are not spontaneous, they are the result of decades of resistance and struggle.
The World Must Support the Iranian People
The world has seen that Iranian women demand real change, and we are here to stand with them. These protests are not fleeting; they are irreversible. The people of Iran understand that under this regime, true equality is unattainable. The Iranian nation deserves freedom and democracy—and they have the right to resist oppression.
Maryam Rajavi: A Leader for Freedom and Equality
Mrs. Maryam Rajavi—a woman worthy of the highest respect—stands as the antithesis of Islamic fundamentalism. She rejects the regime’s exploitation of religion as a justification for repression and violence. Her leadership is not only a beacon of hope for the people of Iran but also a guiding light for the entire region. She has shown the world the power of a woman’s voice and how her ten-point plan envisions a future where equality, democracy, freedom, and justice prevail.
A Free Iran: A Cause for All Humanity
We, the women gathered here from around the world, stand with you—for a free Iran! A nation where women and men can live with dignity and prosperity, just like the people of the civilized world.
Supporting this cause is not just about Iran—it is about the future of human rights, the fight for democracy, and the fundamental respect for human dignity.
Victory is Inevitable!
Iran will be free! And that freedom will be won through the struggle of the fearless women who fight to secure a democratic future, free from dictatorship and violence, for generations to come.
May God be with us.
Long live freedom!
Glory to all women of the world!
Glory to the women of Iran!
Glory to the women of Iran!
Victory! Victory! Victory!
Be brave! Have hope!
