women's rights

To keep the men away, just cover up

One of our Observers in Egypt received this image in a forwarded email. The message to women: Cover up to protect yourself. We ask our Observers if whether covering up really deters unwanted attention. Read more...

The cultural domain is just as sexist as the others

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A mysterious group of "bearded women" hijacked a cultural event organised by left-wing French newspaper Libération last weekend. Their message: contrary to popular opinion, the cultural workplace is just as sexist as that of politics or finance. Read more...

Flashing flashers

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Tired of seeing people turn a blind eye on sexual assault and intimidation in India, one woman has decided to tackle the taboo subject head on. Her answer to a flasher is to snap a photo of him and post it online. And somebody has. Read her account...

The return of the chastity belt

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A belt with lock and key is the newest accessory in some Indonesian massage parlours. But it’s not out of choice that the masseuses don these chastity belts. Read more...

Let me drive by myself says Wajeha

Women are banned from driving on main roads in Saudi Arabia and face harsh penalties for getting behind the wheel. Activist Wajeha al-Huwaider is protesting against the prohibition by appealing to the authorities in a video clip - which she filmed from the driving seat of her car. See the video and read the comments of our Observers on the scene…