Al-Hathloul was initially held in incommunicado and has been denied access to all legal support. She has also reportedly been subjected to severe torture.
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A 38 Years Prison Sentence for Iranian Human Rights Lawyer
On 15 August 2018, human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh in separate trial was sentenced to 38 years in prison and 148 lashes in absentia.
Sudanese Court Sends 9 Women Arrested in Protests to Prison
Sudan sentenced nine women to a month’s imprisonment for taking part in anti-government protests, that called on autocratic president to step down.
Activists Appeared Unveiled in Tehran on Women’s Day
Activists appear unveiled in Tehran, Iran on International Womens day calling on Iranians to support their defiance of mandatory veiling in Islamist nation.
All-Female Legal Group Fights for Women and Girls in Sierra Leone
A group of lawyers and judges— all of them female, are coming together to fight Spousal abusers, child abusers and even rapists, in Sierra Leone.
More Women Winning Seats in World Parliaments
More women around the world are winning seats in their national parliaments, the best gains being made in countries that have well-designed quota systems.
Iran Lawyer Sotoudeh Convicted After Defending Women Protesters
Prominent Iran human rights lawyer, Nasrin Sotoudeh who defended protesters against Islamic Republic’s mandatory headscarves for women has been convicted.
International Women’s Day Spotlight is on Victims, Activists, Heroes
International Women’s Day puts spotlight on women’s social, economic, cultural and political successes worldwide while also calling for gender equality.
Targeted European Women Lawmakers Fear Violent Repercussions
Rising political tensions force female lawmakers to move home and hire bodyguards after being targeted by extremists, according to a Times investigation.