Maryam Namazie
Biography
About Maryam Namazie
Maryam Namazie is a British-Iranian secularist, communist, and human rights activist. Born in 1966, she has built a career as a commentator and broadcaster, known for her outspoken criticism of Islam and Islamism.
Namazie serves as the spokesperson for Fitnah – Movement for Women's Liberation, One Law for All, and the Council of Ex-Muslims of Britain. Her activism centers on defending the right to apostasy and blasphemy, causes she champions publicly. She is a prominent voice for secularism and women's rights, often drawing on her own experiences to inform her work.
Frequently asked
What organizations does Maryam Namazie lead?
She is spokesperson for three groups: Fitnah, One Law for All, and the Council of Ex-Muslims of Britain.
Did you know
- Namazie is a communist as well as a secularist, a combination that shapes her political perspective.
- She speaks Persian, as indicated by her name's Persian script.
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