On Saturday, 21 February 2026, on the eve of March 8, International Women’s Day (IWD2026), the Women’s Committee of the National Council of Resistance of Iran hosted an international conference in Paris entitled “Women’s Leadership: An Imperative for a Free Iran and a Democratic Republic.” Prominent political leaders from various countries around the world took part in the event.

Members of the Iranian Resistance in Ashraf-3, Albania, joined the conference via live video link.

The conference opened with remarks by Ms. Sarvnaz Chitsaz, Chair of the Women’s Committee of the National Council of Resistance of Iran. Speakers underscored the vital importance of women’s political participation and leadership as a determining pillar of any democratic society.

Read more at: https://wncri.org/2026/02/22/international-womens-day-conference-2026/