The Iranian Exodus Post-1979 Revolution

The revolution's impact on women was another significant catalyst for emigration. The rapid imposition of compulsory veiling (hijab) and severe restrictions on women's rights, including limitations on education, employment, and public appearance, deeply alarmed many Iranian women. Those who had embraced a more liberal lifestyle under the Shah, or who simply did not wish to conform to the new rigid interpretations of Islamic dress and behavior, often sought opportunities to live in societies where they could retain their personal freedoms and autonomy.