A Note from Tehran: Refleksi Perempuan Indonesia tentang

In the shifting landscape of contemporary Islamic discourse, the voices of Indonesian women often remain unheard—yet when they speak, they illuminate paths of renewal, identity, and faith with remarkable clarity. This book is one such illumination.

About the Book

A Note from Tehran: Refleksi Perempuan Indonesia tentang Kebangkitan Islam is a compelling anthology that gathers the reflections of Indonesian women after their journey to Iran. Through travel essays, social observations, and spiritual insights, the contributors examine Iran not as an abstract geopolitical idea but as a lived Islamic society experienced firsthand. Their writings reveal how encounters with Iranian culture, education, family values, and public life reshape their understanding of the Muslim world and inspire reflections on the possibilities of renewal within Indonesia.

Rich with personal narrative and grounded in intercultural observation, the book moves gracefully between intimate moments and analytical reflections. It offers a rare Southeast Asian perspective on Iran’s intellectual vigor, its women’s movements, and its commitment to family and education as engines of social strength.

What You Will Discover

Personal accounts of Indonesian women encountering Iran beyond media stereotypes.
Reflections on how education functions as a catalyst for women’s empowerment.
Insights into family as a moral and social foundation for Islamic revival.
Observations on the role of women in public, professional, and religious life in Tehran and beyond.
Comparative reflections between Indonesian and Iranian urban cultures.
Narratives of humanitarian engagement, including perspectives shaped by the cause of Palestine.
Stories of inspiration drawn from both Iranian women and influential Southeast Asian figures such as Rahmah El Yunusiah.

About the Author

The anthology is edited by Dina Y. Sulaeman and Sirikit Syah, two Indonesian scholars and writers whose works often explore global politics, media narratives, and the Muslim world. The contributors include academics, journalists, humanitarian workers, and community leaders—women whose diverse backgrounds enrich the collection with multilayered insight. Together, they offer a nuanced tapestry of intercultural reflection shaped by personal experience and intellectual curiosity.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is ideal for readers seeking an intellectually engaging yet personal exploration of Iran, women’s empowerment, and the evolving conversations on Islamic revival in the modern world.