Women's Day in Tunisia
As the debate over Islam and democracy continues to dominate the political scene in Tunisia, many are worried that Islamist rhetoric will compromise the progress of women’s rights.
As the debate over Islam and democracy continues to dominate the political scene in Tunisia, many are worried that Islamist rhetoric will compromise the progress of women’s rights.
No one wants Islamic insurgency to spill over from Russia’s Dagestan region.
Victims often don't even file cases, or drop them later because legal process is so traumatic.
Low pay and male prejudice deter Gyumri's poorest women from earning much-needed incomes.
Enduring prejudices limit access to family planning and reproductive health services.
Parliamentarian faces resistance as she campaigns for end to “bride-stealing”.
If legal abortions ended, experts say a dangerous and corrupt industry would flourish underground.
Portrayal of women in popular culture reinforces discriminatory attitudes.
When women are prosecuted, they are unlikely to tell male lawyers key facts that could count as extenuating circumstances.
Poor funding for sports drives many to seek careers in security and sometimes in crime.