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.
Yemeni Women Find Their Voice
Protests have given female activists a rare opportunity to express their views.
Bahrain: Protesters Reject Sunni-Shia Split Claims
Activists denounce Bahraini regime’s alleged attempt to present uprising as a sectarian conflict.
Migrant Crisis on Libyan Border
Tunisian aid organisations and volunteers rally to assist the thousands of foreign workers who fled the fighting in Libya.
Yemeni Protesters Defy Government Crackdown
Demonstrators have been largely peaceful, but they could turn violent if the security forces’ aggressive response continues.
Gaddafi Regime Tried to Recruit Me
Businessman speaks of Tripoli lawlessness and attempt by Gaddafi loyalists to get him to fight the rebels.
Uprising Gives Egyptian Youth Dignity and Hope
They say the revolution has restored pride in their country and given them real cause for optimism.
Egyptian Revolution Inspires Artists
Political upheaval leaves its mark on popular culture, generating new music and street art.
Righting Wrongs in Tunisia
Revolution offers unprecedented opportunities both for grassroots initiatives and for systemic reforms to policing and prisons.