Inside Iran’s Uprising: What People Want, What the World Misses with Zolal Habibi

When headlines fade, real lives don’t. In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana speaks with activist Zolal Habibi to unpack what’s happening in Iran—beyond trending narratives.

This episode is for anyone who wants clarity, context, and a grounded way to respond. Zolal explains what sparked the latest protests, what people are demanding, how youth and women are leading, and why global awareness matters—including a Feb 7 public demonstration in Berlin honoring those who have fallen for freedom.

About the Guest : Zolal Habibi is an Iranian-American activist with 25+ years advocating for voices inside Iran. She shares personal family loss connected to the 1988 prison killings and her long-term involvement with the Iranian resistance movement.

Key Takeaways:

• The core demand: systemic change toward a secular, democratic republic

• Why internet restrictions and disinformation distort reality

• How organized local networks helped protests spread quickly

• What “support” can look like without foreign intervention

• What the world can learn from women-led resistance

• How to stay informed using credible sources

How to Connect With the Guest: ncr-iran.org https://maryamrajavi4change.com/ https://iran-hrm.com (Iran Human Rights Monitor) iranfreedom.org

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