By: Noureldin Mohamed/Arab America Contributing Writer Born Nour Al-Huda Mohamed Sultan Shaarawi on June 23, 1879, in the Egyptian city of Minya, she was a member of the famous El-Shaarawi family. Her father, Muhamed Sultan Pasha El-Shaarawi, later became the president of Egypt’s Chamber of Deputies. Shaarawi grew up studying extensively, learning several languages as … Continued
By: Amy Hensler/Arab America Contributing Writer It is commonly believed that throughout the history of the Arab world, women have experienced discrimination. The media and various Western attempts at “civilizing” the Arab world have created the idea that Arab women need saving. However, this view is orientalist in nature, and it ignores the work and … Continued
SOURCE: STEP FEED BY: MENNA AYMAN For Arab women, developing the idea of a feminist consciousness goes as far back as the 19th century. Since then, numerous Arab female authors, activists, politicians, and lawyers have been advocating for feminism and equal gender relations. They have embraced the female role in Middle Eastern and North African societies, in addition to supporting women’s struggles throughout political … Continued
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