Femena, alongside the Organization of Women’s Freedom in Iraq, mourns the assassination of Yanar Mohammed, the president of the Organization of Women’s Freedom, a courageous woman human rights defender and feminist leader, killed in Baghdad on 2 March 2026. We pay tribute to her life, her leadership, her achievements, and her deep commitment to women’s rights.
Yanar Mohammed dedicated her life to defending women subjected to violence, abuse, and trafficking. She played a central role in establishing and sustaining safe houses that sheltered hundreds of women escaping oppression and exploitation. Through her work, many women were able to rebuild their lives in safety and dignity.
An outspoken and uncompromising feminist, she stood firmly against all forms of violence and discrimination. Despite repeated threats and incitement campaigns, she did not retreat from her principles or her work.
We join the Organization of Women’s Freedom in Iraq in demanding justice and call for those responsible for this crime, and those behind it, to be identified and held accountable.
Femena Mourns the Loss of Yanar Mohammed and Pays Tribute to Her Life and Leadership
