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Islamic Feminisms, the state and social movements

an interview with Fatima Sadiqi by Helmut Krieger

Moroccan gender expert and linguist Fatima Sadiqi explains the diversity of Islamic feminisms and feminst movements in the Maghreb region.

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We have to put down our arms in Afghanistan and take up pens instead

by Rahela Sidiqi

The engagement of the Afghan Diaspora in their host countries and in Afghanistan is vital for the development of the country. R. Sidiqi, Farkhunda Trust for Afghan Women's Education in London, shares her recommendations.

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Men's business: Feminism is also good for men

by Lea Susemichel

Lea Susemichel introduces Jens van Tricht's book "Why feminism is good for men" - a plea to men’s emancipation – but also takes a critical look a the media hype around men describing themselves as feminist.

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Silenced (?)! Islamic feminism and social struggles in the Arab world

Report in German on the event on 5 March 2020

On the subject of "Silenced (?)! Islamic feminism and social struggles in the Arab world", the Moroccan professor Fatima Sadiqi and the activist Elif Adam discussed the topic under the moderation of Helmut Krieger.

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“People in the informal economy will suffer” - Voices from the Global South on the Corona pandemic

by Lena Gruber (VIDC)

As COVID-19 spreads globally, warnings that the pandemic will cause major challenges for countries in the Global South are getting louder. Colleagues from Ghana, Liberia and Zambia share their experiences and concerns.

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Silenced? Women's struggles in Africa's informal economy

Report on event on 7 Otokber 2019

Across the world, over 60 percent of the workforce is employed in the informal economy. In some African countries it is up to 90 percent. VIDC and ÖGB have invited international experts to discuss the topic.

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Silenced(?)! The struggles of women in Afghanistan

Report from the event on 7 March 2019

During the panel discussion, the scientist Orzala Nemat and the journalist Sana Safi explained the latest developments in the US peace talks with the Taliban and the concerns of Afghan women resulting from them.

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