SAR Calls for Letters on Behalf of Iranian Scholar Dr. Kian Tajbakhsh
November 6, 2009
Scholars at Risk is gravely concerned about reports indicating the Dr. Kian Tajbakhsh, a respected international scholar and researcher, has been arrested, convicted and sentenced to over 12 years in prison. Reports indicating that an appeal may not be heard are of additional concern. SAR asks for letters, faxes and emails respectfully urging authorities to reconsider his case and ensure that an appeal be heard. More information.
Iranian Nobel winner launches Scholars at Risk, Ireland Section
Scholars at Risk, Ireland Section launch, 22 September 2009
The Irish Section of Scholars at Risk was launched by Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Dr Shirin Ebadi at an event in the Robert Emmet Theatre in Trinity College, Dublin, yesterday (22/09). This new partnership between Universties Ireland and the global Scholars at Risk network will provide support to threatened academics around the world, including by arranging temporary placements in Ireland to allow them to safely continue their work. More information.
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