Iran Holds Hijab Workshops For Clothing Business Owners
The Tehran Clothing Manufacturers and Retailers Association has forced clothing business owners to attend workshops to manufacture products based on Islamic rules.
The Tehran Clothing Manufacturers and Retailers Association has forced clothing business owners to attend workshops to manufacture products based on Islamic rules.
Abdol-Qasem Shirazi, the association's spokesperson, said his group is committed to promote the mandatory hijab.
Shirazi stated, "At the association's dedicated training center, clothing business proprietors and suppliers are imparted with essential insights into the principles of modesty and hijab. These workshops serve as a platform for participants to gain a comprehensive understanding of these cultural values. Additionally, participants are honored with certificates of attendance, symbolizing their engagement in this important discourse."
He further threatened that through inspection campaigns backed by government agents, the association will continue to enforce adherence to mandatory hijab regulations.
“Instances of non-compliance are addressed decisively, with some non-conforming businesses facing temporary closures.”
In a related context, Iran's Cyber-Police (FATA) recently issued warnings to businesses such as women's fashion boutiques, surgery clinics, and gyms, cautioning them against sharing unveiled photos in their social media content.
The movement of defiance against compulsory hijab has gained momentum, especially following the tragic death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who received fatal injuries while in custody of the morality police for "improper hijab." Her case ignited nationwide protests, drawing attention to the ongoing discourse around hijab rules.
The government's response to these protests has included measures such as restricting the use of public transportation, access to government premises, and boarding flights for those deemed defiant. Additionally, certain establishments, including shops and shopping malls, have been temporarily shut down.
