Egypt commemorates Farkhonda Hassan as symbol of women’s activism
Renowned geologist made contributions to Egyptian community and role of women in society, making her pioneer for women’s work worldwide
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Latest in Tag: activism
World honours activism against gender-based violence
For that, the annual international campaign “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence” kicks off annually on 25 November in Egypt and the whole world, marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, dubbed Orange Day, and runs until 10 December, the Human Rights Day.
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence kicks off
The campaign starts every 25 November which marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, dubbed Orange Day, and runs until 10 December, the Human Rights Day.
Khaled Said’s family demands EGP 5bn compensation
Money will be used for charity, says the victim of police brutality’s mother
Human rights organisations launch civil society awareness campaign
EIPR will not register under the law proposed by the government
Activists investigated on claims of espionage
6 April Youth Movement co-founders referred to prosecutors
Music video documents Syria’s refugees
Artists make a musical appeal for Syrian refugees and highlight the growing crisis around the world.
Fighting against repression: The labour movement
The downfall of Hosni Mubarak’s was realised in part thanks to Egypt’s labour movement. Despite this pivotal role, under the new regime, the status of workers has not changed much due because of political and economic forces. The new regime seems to be following Mubarak’s footsteps in handling the workers’ activism through security repression and unfair laws. The labour movement is being challenged daily; however workers are refusing to give up.
AUC students arrested for unlawful detention and photography
Antak released on bail, case filed against him ongoing
International flotilla sets sail to break Gaza blockade
Swedish based organisation begins voyage hoping to raise awareness for plight of Gazans