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2/3/2006
Malaysia: Portraits of ordinary Muslims
Armed with Quranic texts that emphasize equality, justice and compassion, Sisters in Islam advocates new interpretations of the Quran which are more supportive of women's rights.
1/3/2006
Malaysia: Within Islam's embrace, a voice for Malaysia's women
Sometimes it seems that Zainah Anwar — articulate, a little brassy, a presence wherever she goes — single-handedly keeps the flame for women's rights alive in Malaysia, a country that portrays itself as the model of a progressive Muslim society.
28/2/2006
India: Landmark judgement - Best Bakery case
"I am satisfied," commented Teesta Setalvad, the "judge has conducted the retrial in a fair and transparent manner."
28/2/2006
Iraq: In radio, Iraq women are raising their voices
Since the fall of Saddam Hussein, Iraq has seen a proliferation of female journalists and radio programs focused on women's issues. Three female talk show hosts visited New York to hone their skills with U.S. talk radio pros.
28/2/2006
India: Beyond borders - shared traditions in Gujarat challenge the communal divide
Exactly four years ago, Gujarat witnessed a state-sponsored genocide that culminated in the deaths of some three thousand Muslims and led to a complete breakdown of inter-community relations, the scars of which have still not healed.
27/2/2006
Jordan: Rights group launches drive to curb early marriage
A leading Jordanian rights group has launched the country's first ever public campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of early marriage.
27/2/2006
Palestine: Palestinian attitudes towards the PLC election results
Responses on the elections held on January 25, 2006.
26/2/2006
International: The new website of Women’s Initiatives for Gender Justice
An international women’s human rights organization advocating for gender-inclusive justice and working towards an effective and independent International Criminal Court (ICC).
25/2/2006
Iraq: The Constitution and CEDAW
A study of the Iraqi Constitution and the international obligations of Iraq under CEDAW with specific relation to Article 39 of the Constitution.
25/2/2006
Pakistan: Hudood laws must go
Four bills directly relating to women were introduced in the National Assembly. The most important of these was the one moved by the PPP (Parliamentarians) simply titled the Hudood Laws (Repeal) Bill 2005.