The words “Justice for Mahsa Amini” have illuminated Beverly Hills City Hall since Sept. 29, in honor of the 22-year-old Iranian-Kurdish woman who died in police custody in Tehran on Sep. 16 after being detained by the “morality police” for violating the government’s hijab rules. Her death sparked protests around the world and in Iran, which have continued into a third week, according to the Associated Press. As the City Council prepares to consider a resolution condemning the government of Iran for the physical beating and death of Amini at its Oct. 11 meeting, Councilmembers took to the streets and joined in the protests.
On Sep. 29, Councilmember Sharona Nazarian spoke in front of hundreds who gathered at the West Hollywood Park for a candlelight vigil for Amini, hosted by the Iranian American Women Foundation. As the first woman of Iranian descent elected to serve on the Council, Nazarian’s voice is significant and her platform far reaching. Mayor Lili Bosse also attended the vigil.
