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A community-led run/walk event held in Toronto and virtually worldwide. Participants come together to commemorate the victims of Flight PS752 and support the Woman, Life, Freedom movement by raising awareness and funds of over 14000$ for Iranian refugees. This initiative fosters engagement by uniting individuals in advocacy, remembrance, and action, demonstrating the power of collective solidarity in the pursuit of justice and human rights.
With Iran’s failure to submit to binding arbitration, the case of PS752 was expected to be referred to the International Court of Justice in The Hague after June 28, 2023. The Forum on Justice was held to discuss this historic development, featuring families, lawyers, and officials and was streamed across social media outlets for public engagement. Following the form, a rally was held in Toronto to stand in solidarity with the important milestone and the long road ahead.
Families of the victims of Flight PS752 gathered in Shahidshahr, the site where the Islamic Republic shot down the passenger plane. In a heartfelt tribute, they planted six trees in memory of the 176+1 passengers, symbolizing the enduring legacy of their loved ones. This act of remembrance stands as both a testament to their loss and a reaffirmation of their ongoing pursuit of justice.
On the third anniversary of the downing of Flight PS752, in over 100 cities worldwide, thousands participated in events to commemorate the lives of PS752 victims. Events included rallies, marches, vigils, and performances that incorporated various powerful elements of music, dance, poetry, visual artwork, and
The Association, in collaboration with the Iranian Community of Manitoba, organized a tree-planting event in honor of the victims of Flight PS752 at a park in Winnipeg, Manitoba. 177 trees were planted in memory. The long term project plans to include a plaza and forest that honour the victims. This event brought together community members and volunteers to create a lasting tribute while also standing in solidarity with those seeking justice.
The Flight PS752 Memorial Scholarships initiative honors the academic aspirations of the victims by supporting students worldwide in their pursuit of higher education. Established by various institutions through advocacy from victims’ families and friends, these scholarships preserve the legacy of those whose lives were unjustly cut short. By applying, donating, or spreading awareness, supporters can help keep their memory alive and contribute to a future built on education and justice.
The second anniversary of the downing of flight PS752 was held as a live streamed event and followed by an in-person candlelight vigil in Toronto. Photos of the victims were displayed in place of the audience, filling the auditorium to showcase the sheer amount of destruction caused by the crash. Through music, speeches, poetry, and video tributes, families and supporters honored the victims while reaffirming their commitment in the search for truth.
Artists worldwide were united in a call to submit artwork to be featured in, “An Open Wound In the Sky,” an arts and culture program that aims to showcase artwork that commemorates PS752 and the tragedy that remains in the victims’ community. By showcasing visual artworks inspired by the victims and their families’ ongoing fight for justice throughout Ontario, the program transformed grief into artistic expression, fostering solidarity and raising awareness. The open call invited artists to contribute their work, demonstrating the power of art in advocating for truth, transparency, and accountability. This initiative not only honored the lives lost but also strengthened the global movement for justice through creative activism.
The first anniversary commemoration was a deeply impactful 20-hour virtual event that combined remembrance with advocacy for justice. Through a live-streamed global memorial, families and supporters honored the victims with personal tributes, biographies, and artistic performances, ensuring their stories were never forgotten. The Toronto rally, where 176 family members walked in memory of the 176 victims, transformed grief into action, reinforcing the call for accountability. Rallies also took place throughout Iran. By uniting people worldwide through digital and in-person participation, this event fostered solidarity, raised awareness, and strengthened the fight for truth and justice.