The United Nations Department of Global Communications (DGC) promotes global awareness and understanding of the work of the United Nations through its network of United Nations Information Centres (UNICs) around the world. The UN Information Centre in Tehran engages with local audiences in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran: Young, blind woman helps others – including those with disabilities – fight COVID-19
Samaneh Shabani, born blind, did not let her disability stop her from completing a PhD at the University of Tehran and volunteering at the human rights NGO Tavana. She balanced an internship at UN Information Centre Tehran with daily life during COVID-19 where she helped the UNIC organize events and share trustworthy public health information. She continues to advocate for the rights of people living with disabilities.