Armita Hooman
RESEARCH ANALYST
Armita Hooman was born and raised in Tehran, Iran. She holds a B.A. in Social Policy from the University of Tehran and earned a Master of Public Administration, an M.A. in International Relations, and a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Data Analysis for Public Policy from Syracuse University in New York.
Before relocating to the United States, Armita worked as a researcher with non-profit organizations in Tehran, focusing on social development and policy processes. She joined NUFDI as a Summer Fellow in June 2024 and now serves as a Research Analyst. In this role, she contributes to the IranWatch newsletter and conducts research on the Islamic Republic’s illicit activities on the international stage.
Publications
Feb 4, 2026
Islamic Republic Attacks on Medical Facilities, Healthcare Workers, and Injured Protesters
reportDec 19, 2025
Faith Under Siege: Documenting the Crackdown Against Religious Minorities in Iran After the 12-Day War
reportNov 18, 2025
Iran’s ‘Private’ Banks Are Just the Ayatollah’s Cash Machines
iranwatchOct 31, 2025
The Birth of the Iranian Folk Congress
iranwatchAug 1, 2025
Iranian Opposition Unites Around Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi
policy-briefAug 2, 2024