Aree Abdulqader Strives to Take Duhok Polytechnic University ‘to a Global Level’
Building the staff, supporting refugees, and improving graduates’ employment rates are priorities for Aree Abdulqader, the first female university president in Duhok.
Hana Al-Omair Leads the New Saudi Cinema Association
Funding is the biggest challenge for the Saudi movie industry, says the chairwoman of the new Saudi Cinema Association.
Egyptian Students’ Film Spotlights Social Action Against Harassment
The documentary, by three female students, was inspired by an Instagram campaign last year that encouraged women to speak out about harassment.
Arab Women Comedians Get a Boost at the Edinburgh Fringe
For two Arab women comedians, challenging stereotypes is part of the act—and just being onstage is breaking one barrier.
In ‘Embargo,’ a Modern-Day Scheherazade Dares to Speak About Harassment
Haitham Dabbour’s novel “Embargo” juxtaposes the traditional Scheherazade with a contemporary careerwoman who publicly accuses her boss of harassment.
Arab British Centre Expands Its Reach With Online Events
Changes forced on the London-based center by Covid-19 were a challenge, but reaching a wider audience online represents a net gain, its chairman says.
Gender-Specific Training Helps Women Entrepreneurs in Vulnerable Economies
SPARK, a development NGO, and UN Women are offering gender-specific training to help women entrepreneurs in countries set back by Covid-19.
Arab Universities Are Stifling Research and Failing Society, a Scientist Says
Arab universities need to do more to support young researchers, and women in particular, argues the nanotechnologist Amal Amin.
Palestinian Art Proclaims a People’s Identity in the Conflict With Israel
An Egyptian artist and critic reviews prominent Palestinian art that focuses on Al-Aqsa Mosque as a national emblem and center of the Arab-Israeli struggle.
Education Is Critical in Efforts to End Violence Against Women
A researcher in Iraqi Kurdistan looks for the roots of attitudes that lead to discrimination and violence against women.
