Women Make Gains as Judges in Tunisia
More women are studying law, and many choose a career in the judiciary. But social expectations may slow their advancement.
‘Bad’ Arab Women: The Power of a Label
A new anthology looks at the stigma that attaches to women who challenge the status quo.
Tunisian Women Break Employment Stereotypes
In search of better jobs, Tunisian women have started to study vocational subjects traditionally taken only by men.
In a Refugee Camp, Classrooms Open Up to Somali Girls
Displaced from their homeland, the girls are taking advantage of an opportunity to break with tradition and go to school.
Tariq Ramadan and the ‘Muslim Exception’
The political frenzy over accusations of rape against a prominent Islamic scholar obscures the need for more women to feel free to speak out against abuse.
A Team Effort to Combat Domestic Violence
In Lebanon, a university and a police force collaborate on a training program to improve the police response to domestic violence.
Sex, Lies and Scholarship
A journalist who interviewed Moroccan women and scholars of sexuality found a widening gap between private sexual practices and public attitudes.
Being Barred From Studying Photojournalism Because of My Gender Didn’t Stop Me
A Palestinian student was barred from studying photojournalism due to her gender. Still, she did not stop to pursue her dream.
Some Gains, Many Sacrifices: Women’s Rights in Tunisia
Since the country’s independence, the position of women has been a point of both pride and controversy.
Moroccan Researcher Follows Impact of Climate Change
Two years after joining NASA’s Atmospheric Sciences Lab, Kholoud Kahime continues her research on climate change and its impact on Morocco’s economy and society.
