A project on display in Sydney transforms donated headscarves into art pieces that symbolise the resilience of Iranian women.
Hundreds of unwanted headscarves from all over the world have been transformed into pieces of art in Australia, serving as a protest against Iran's mandatory hijab rules. The project is the work of Iranian-Australian designer Nila Rezaei. "I felt guilty for not being In Iran when the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' movement happened," she told SBS Persian. More than two years ago, the death in custody of Mahsa Jina Amini sparked protests all over Iran.
She highlighted the recent approval of the "hijab and chastity" bill by the Iranian parliament, a law which imposes strict dress codes and harsh penalties for non-compliance. "The Iranian government's approval of such a strict bill, amidst the country's ongoing struggles, demonstrates their unwavering commitment to maintaining the hijab mandate," Davachi said.
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