Ashraf Pahlavi, twin sister of Mohammad Reza Shah and one of the most influential women of the Pahlavi dynasty. She was highly active in the United Nations and women's rights.
Notable Works
Iran's UN representation, women's rights advocacy, charitable foundation
Fun Facts
Ashraf and Mohammad Reza were fraternal twins. She was a powerful and bold woman who played an important role in politics. In 1953, she played a key role in restoring her brother to the throne. She was Iran's first female UN representative.
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