IDC formed in response to the mass protests in Iran and around the world following the murder of Jina “Mahsa” Amini by the Iranian “morality police”  in September 2022.

As members of the diaspora, we see our role as listening to and amplifying the voices of people inside Iran who want an end to this dictatorial regime and the establishment of a secular, democratic system of governance that respects women’s rights as human rights, freedom of movement and expression, and protects the environment and Iran’s resources. 

We are inspired by the vision of a future Iran, as articulated through art, culture, and storytelling through social media by the people who are leading this revolution in Iran, most notably: Gen-Z youth, women and girls, ethnic minorities, students, artists, workers and journalists. We see this movement as intersectional across multiple aspects of life - labor, economy, climate, women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, animal rights, and more.  

We acknowledge the work of Kurdish leaders and feminists who originated the “Woman, Life, Freedom” (“Jin, Jiyan, Azadî,”) movement over 44 years ago, and recognize that the protests in Iran are a result of decades of labor and perseverance from human rights activists across all areas of Iran. 

We are a non-partisan, queer-led, multi-faith group of leaders in the media and entertainment industries who possess expertise in modern cultural and business practices. Our impact driven strategy mobilizes our expertise in storytelling and culture through a broad network of taste-makers, provocateurs, thought-leaders, and industry experts.  Our intersectional and inclusive approach reflects our dedication to achieving freedom of expression and equity for women and all marginalized groups in Iran.