Henda Ayari

Henda Ayari is a French writer and activist known for her outspoken views on women's rights and the oppressive nature of mandatory hijab laws in Islamic societies. Recently, she gained international attention for a powerful televised act of removing her hijab, symbolizing resistance against the oppression faced by women, particularly in Iran following the death of Mahsa Amini. Ayari's gesture coincided with a significant political decision in Iran to suspend a restrictive hijab law, highlighting the ongoing struggle for women's freedoms in the country.