Socio-economic changes in Sanandaj between 1941- 1979

Dimensions of social changes in the capital city of Kurdistan province of Iran is discussed during the 37 years of the reign of the Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.
Method/Research Design: Social changes in the city, in terms of changes in physical expansion and urban facilities (including education, health, financial institutions, and recreation) are studied. Data was collected from library materials and archival records.
Findings: Access to modern education provided women an opportunity to take a more active role in the Sanandaj. Availability of a range of public sector jobs enhanced urbanism too. Both developments were found to be the engine of change of the city into a service oriented city.