Marielle Smith (SA, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

The death of Mahsa Amini has shocked the world but it probably hasn't surprised it because we know that women in Iran live daily in a regime that clearly does not see or value them as equal. The reports we are hearing out of Iran speak of actions that are horrific and indefensible. The Australian government has repeatedly called on Iran to cease its brutal oppression of peaceful protests.

Today, I rise in this chamber to express my solidarity with women living in Iran. With Mahsa Amini—Jina Amini, if we use the name that reflects her proud heritage and culture—I rise in support of their struggle for equality and empowerment. I rise in support of their fight for their human rights. I rise in support of their enduring bravery and courage. I rise in support of their right to peaceful protest. These women and girls have the right to be heard and they have the right to be safe. Far away, here in Australia, we hear you and support you.