Focus
The Women's Reporting & Dialogue Programme
Years active: 2005-2006
The Women's Reporting & Dialogue Programme - covering non-Arab Muslim countries - will seek to strengthen the capacity of local media and individual journalists to cover gender issues through training and information provision. It also seeks to create a regional network of female journalists whose high-quality output will provide a much-needed source of comprehensive information on gender issues in the regions.
Uzbekistan: Police and Prostitutes in Unholy Alliance
In order to survive, some prostitutes in the Fergana valley have joined in the fight against crime.
A Hard Road to the Afghan Parliament
A female candidate says that despite the risks, she hopes to win a seat and raise the concerns of Afghanistan’s women.
Tajikistan: Family Before Politics
The law promises equality for Tajik women, but many of those who pursue a career in politics are invariably disappointed.
Kyrgyz Politics a Men-Only Club
Given what they’re up against, it’s not surprising that few women make it as politicians.
Azerbaijan: Bid for Political Influence
Women politicians battle entrenched attitudes to take their place in the political process.
Dangers of Running for Office in Afghanistan
Women see elections as a chance to promote their rights, but there are risks to putting their names forward.
Turkmenistan: Women Drawn into Drug Trade
Poverty and the ready availability of heroin have led many women to take up drug dealing.
Chechens Consider Reviving Polygamy
For some, multiple marriage offers a simple solution to the gender imbalance caused by conflict. But others say introducing the practice is the last thing Chechens need.
Azerbaijan: Refugees Dream of Home
Memories of the past sustain refugees from the Karabakh war, still struggling after more than a decade to adapt to their harsh new life.