Loujain Al-Hathloul

Is case active: Yes

Designation:Activist, Online Commentator
Country:Saudi Arabia
Region:Middle East and North Africa
Gender:Female
Status:Conditional Release
Years active:2019, 2020, 2021

Al-Hathloul, a women’s rights advocate, was detained in a sweep of arrests in May 2018 and held for 1,000 days in prison, during which time she was reportedly tortured and assaulted. In December 2020, she was found “guilty” of broad terrorism charges and sentenced to nearly six years in prison. She was released on February 10, 2021, but with strict conditions including bans on travel and expression.