The Women's fraction () is a cross-factional all-female parliamentary group in the Iranian Parliament which advocates Women's rights in Iran.

History In 1996, a commission was established for Women, Youth and Family Affairs in the Parliament, headed by Marzieh Vahid-Dastjerdi. However, it included some male members. In 2000, female representatives created a fraction designated for women.

Historical membership Iran's female members of parliament have always been few in number. Year Seats +/– Ref1963 Reforms 1963 1967 3 1971 7 1975 1 1979 Revolution 1980 14 1984 1988 1992 5 1996 5 2000 1 2004 2008 5 2012 1 2016 8 2020 1 https://www.hamshahrionline.ir/news/515463

See also List of female members of the Islamic Consultative Assembly List of female members of the Cabinet of Iran

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