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Egyptian female martial artists break norms and reap the benefit: Self-defense and confidence

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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…
Tahrir Bodyguard launches free self-defense training for women

Tahrir Bodyguard launches free self-defense training for women

With reports of sexual assault rampant in Tahrir Square, one organization is throwing itself into crowds, pulling women out, warding…
A chance to dream: Orphaned youth and FORSA team up to create standards for orphanages

A chance to dream: Orphaned youth and FORSA team up to create standards for orphanages

Nahla al-Nimr, Sabah Abdallah and other orphans are rehearsing for a launch event (which took place on 2 February) bringing…
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