The father and brother of a Saudi teenager who was detained in Bangkok after fleeing a family she claims will kill her are, according to police.
Women and Democracy articles on Democracy Chronicles
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Poster Exhibit Illustrates History of Battles for Women’s Rights
Poster exhibit from 20 years collection by Stephen Lewis illustrates history of battles for women’s rights from job discrimination to battle for equality.
Saudi Woman Fleeing Family Under UN Care in Thailand
Thai authorities says Saudi woman was stopped in Thailand as she tried to flee to Australia to seek asylum is under the care of the U.N. refugee agency.
Saudi Women Given Right to Know Аbout Divorce
In a new breakthrough in women’s rights, Saudi men will no longer be able to divorce without the knowledge of their wives.
Advocates Demand Access to Women Jailed in Saudi Arabia
Some British lawmakers and international advocates seeks access to female activists jailed in Saudi Arabia to investigate allegations of torture in prison.
Saudi Women Step on Face Veils in Social Media Protest
Saudi women step-on face veils some are made to wear in conservative kingdom and posting their stories on social media with the hashtag #NiqabUnderMyFoot.
Nadia Murad — From Jihadists’ Captive to Nobel Winner
Nadia Murad survived the Yazidis of Iraq, by the Islamic State group before becoming a global champion of their cause and a Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
Documentary: Women, Social Media And The Revolution
Social media can drive social change or even spark revolutions. Women around the world use the Internet as a weapon in their struggle for equal rights.
Saudi Arabia Must Allow Access to Detained Women Activists
Sources said the torture of Saudi women activists may be ongoing. Saudi Arabia needs to immediately and credibly investigate the allegations.
Guinea-Bissau Women Team Up to Boost Business Know-How
Young female business owners in Guinea Bissau have banded together to increase their business knowledge. To them, the cooperation is increasing sales.