Focus
The Arab Spring
Years active: 2011-2012
IWPR in-depth coverage of the revolutions and protest movements breaking out across the Middle East provides a platform for Arab journalists and activists to air their views on and analysis of the turmoil.
Bahraini Student Activists Lose Scholarships
Many have been left stranded in the United Kingdom after demonstrating against actions of regime.
Warnings Over Tunisia Election Delay
Elements of former dictator’s regime blamed for pushing for postponement to October.
Tunisians Reach Out to Uprooted Neighbours
UN worker speaks of how locals have rushed to help Libyan refugees.
Bahrain Regime Tactics Squeezing Protests
Security force deployment around the country has significantly restricted the size of demonstrations – but people are determined to continue their struggle.
Libyan Expats Mobilise to Help Refugees
Activist visits southern Tunisia to find out how best to help those displaced by the conflict.
Top Egyptian TV Journalist Explains Why She Quit
Veteran broadcaster says official censorship of the revolution prompted her to join demonstrators in Tahrir Square.
Witnessing Dera'a's Torment
Human rights campaigner tells of secret visits to beleaguered southern Syrian city.
Tunisians Relishing New Freedoms
Artist whose song became the anthem for the uprising describes how people’s fear of expressing themselves has vanished.
Misrata Fighters Bloodied But Unbowed
Morale amongst injured fighters high with many determined to return to the front once they recover.