Kurdish writer and documentary filmmaker Kavousi was arrested at her home on September 22, 2022, and spent at least 35 days in solitary confinement. She was tried for “corruption on earth” and incitement among other charges, and was acquitted of corruption but sentenced to 5 years imprisonment on collusion and propaganda charges. She began serving her sentence in December 2023.
Mozhgan Kavousi
Is case active: Yes
Country:Iran
Region:Middle East and North Africa
Gender:Female
Status:Imprisoned