In Lebanon, Sect Vs. Sect Turns Into People Vs. Politicians
Lebanese protestors have united across sectarian divides and turned against what they view as the “ruling class.” Here are a diverse range of photos, videos, interviews, and other features to capture what is happening.
For Yemeni Women, the Path to Universities Gets Tougher
Female students already faced social and economic constraints in pursuing education. The toll of war, on lives, psyches and infrastructure, adds another.
A Tunisian Scientist Invents Navigation Aid for the Blind
Tunisian students with disabilities have a great deal of difficulty attending university, a situation similar to many Arab countries. But a Tunisian researcher may eventually help the visually impaired.
Sudan’s Power-Sharing Deal Could Exclude Those Who Made It Possible
The women and young people who organized seven months of protests that resulted in last week’s power-sharing agreement wonder if their voices will continue to be heard.
Finding the Words: Arab Writers on Queer and Feminist Expression
At a London literary event, an array of Arab authors discuss the hurdles that cultures, publishers, and even the Arabic language itself can present.
The Push to Expand Refugee Access to Higher Education
At a conference in Berlin this week, international organizations discussed how to improve the ability of refugees around the world to enroll in higher education.
A University Leader Inspires Other Working Arab Women
Nemat Shafik, the first female director of the London School of Economics, believes in the importance of quality education for Arab youth and in removing barriers for women.
Few Refugees in Jordan and Lebanon Get Into Secondary Education
The middle years of education are the key obstacle for Syrian and Palestinian youth in Jordan and Lebanon, with the majority of them never making it to graduation or university, a new report says.
Women’s Advocates Go on Trial in Saudi Arabia
Many of the most prominent Saudi women’s rights activists went on trial this week in a closed trial in Riyadh.
How Women’s Studies Could Drive Change in the Arab World
Nations recognize the importance of gender equality, yet neglect an academic discipline with tools to help achieve it, a scholar writes.
