It’s paradoxical, and the irony is too painful to make light of. In a totally unexpected shift, it will be the women of ISIS who will be continuing the extremist ideology of ISIS despite the downfall of the caliphate. This article from the Washington Post explains how the women who lived in the Islamic State …
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Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom: Challenging Foreign Policy Norms through Feminism #metoo
In the last couple of weeks, there has been a radical shift in the way that we talk about sexual harassment and abuse. The power of the #metoo hashtag is seen in the way that women are sharing their own personal experiences, coming forward, and finally having the courage to speak out against their harassers. …
Saudi Arabia Lifts Ban on Women Driving
In some very exciting news, Saudi Arabia has finally lifted the ban that had prevented women from getting their driver’s license. This article from the New York Times and the next article from Al-Jazeera both explain the reasons why the Saudi Arabian government finally lifted the ban. NY Times article Al Jazeera article As a …
Women Changing the World: Women-Run Travel Agency Opens in Afghanistan
You may not know this about me, but I am a huge advocate of women’s rights and feminism. So, when I saw this post about a woman in Afghanistan who is challenging the norm and set up her own travel agency, I was filled with so much admiration and happiness for her and for all …