Jin, Jiyan, Azadi: The Transformative Role of Kurdish Culture in Advancing International Humanization of the Kurdish Struggle

• Post by: Marcelo Pena
• June 2, 2024
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Alexandra Beyret, Stanford University

Abstract

This paper examines the global impacts of the phrase “Jin, Jiyan, Azadi” on advancing international solidarity with the Kurds. It analyzes how the usage of this phrase during the 2022 Jina Amini protests humanized and positively influenced global sentiment towards the Kurdish people in their struggle against human rights violations. Beginning with context on the Kurdish people and their involvement on the international stage, this paper analyzes the 2022 protests, focusing on the role of Kurdish culture and feminism in fostering solidarity with the Kurdish community.