Order of Mehr

Order of Mehr is one of the badges of honor in Iran, established by "Council of Iran Ministers" on September 13, 1994. According to "Article 18" of the "Regulations on the Awarding of Government Orders" of Iran, in addition to the women can having other badges, the "Order of Mehr" due to honor the status and the position of women in the Islamic Republic of Iran, is awarded to women who are source of valuable works in one of the following ways:


 * 1) Constructive and active participation in social, economic and political affairs
 * 2) Introducing the exemplary of Muslim woman in society and trying to explain and promote its ideological and social foundations
 * 3) Practical presentation of the exemplary of excellent mother or spouse, especially among mothers and wives of martyrs, veterans and freedmans who with dedication in maintaining and strengthening the family, have provided outstanding service in cultural, educational, or research areas
 * 4) Expressing competence in the international arena in a way that honors the country and represents the woman personality in the Islamic Republic of Iran

Types
The "Order of Mehr" has three types of medal: