Society
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…
Tahrir Bodyguard launches free self-defense training for women
February 21, 2013
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
February 11, 2013
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…