Society
International Women’s Day: Through the eyes of Soheir
March 17, 2013
International Women’s Day: Through the eyes of Soheir
Though I’ve managed to overcome many of the challenges that face women in the patriarchal society in which we…
A world of difference: United World Colleges help Egyptian students step out
March 15, 2013
A world of difference: United World Colleges help Egyptian students step out
Not many Egyptians are able to move out of their parents’ home aged 16. In fact, most Egyptians continue to…
Egyptian female martial artists break norms and reap the benefit: Self-defense and confidence
March 14, 2013
Egyptian female martial artists break norms and reap the benefit: Self-defense and confidence
Mira Nassif, former Egyptian judo champion, master’s student and small-business owner, credits judo for her current success. “The courage to…
Amid hardship, migration becomes popular
March 11, 2013
Amid hardship, migration becomes popular
With the dire economic situation, current political instability and increasing sectarian strife becoming part of everyday living and conversation, many…
International Women’s Day in Egypt: Three profiles
March 8, 2013
International Women’s Day in Egypt: Three profiles
International Women’s Day, celebrated on 8 March each year, is a day to honor women and the struggle for women’s…
The healing process: Treatment for survivors of sexual violence
March 7, 2013
The healing process: Treatment for survivors of sexual violence
A woman recounts her experience of sexual violence to you. It may be tempting if she is crying to tell…
In the news: Documenting sexual violence
March 6, 2013
In the news: Documenting sexual violence
There is barely a media outlet in Egypt that has not covered sexual violence in the wake of violations and…
On guard: Confronting sexual assault
March 5, 2013
On guard: Confronting sexual assault
On 25 January, the date of the revolution’s second anniversary, more than 20 cases of sexual assault or rape took…
Dope distractions: Can sport keep children away from drugs?
February 25, 2013
Dope distractions: Can sport keep children away from drugs?
We often believe that getting children involved in sports will keep them away from smoking, drinking and doing drugs. Without…
Building blocks: Children learn to see the world through architecture
February 23, 2013
Building blocks: Children learn to see the world through architecture
Mini Architect, a program designed to help children master daily life skills and function more effectively, hopes to help them…