In a world where conformity may squash ambitions, an Iranian chess champion, Sara Khadem, took a courageous step that echoed a cry for independence. She accomplished something spectacular last December in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Sara, an International Master, competed without a … [Read more...] about Meet Sara Khadem, an international chess master fighting for freedom
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Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Iranian women’s rights activist Narges Mohammadi
Narges Mohammadi, an outspoken campaigner for women's and human rights in Iran, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023. Her dedication to democracy, freedom, and equality garnered international acclaim and support. A voice from behind bars Despite serving numerous sentences … [Read more...] about Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Iranian women’s rights activist Narges Mohammadi
Freedom, resilience, and empowerment on Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a wonderful monument to the African American community's indomitable spirit and its continuous quest for freedom. On this day in Galveston, Texas, in the year 1865, Major General Gordon Granger announced the historic news that slavery had ended and all enslaved … [Read more...] about Freedom, resilience, and empowerment on Juneteenth
"A ban on the burka is really offensive"
Throughout Western Europe, governments are banning burkas and niqabs, Islamic veils that cover the face, in public places. Josie Appleton, leader of the British civil liberties campaign group Manifesto Club, opposes the ban. Marco Visscher | September 2010 issue The burka is … [Read more...] about "A ban on the burka is really offensive"
The real meaning of security
Our obsession with protecting ourselves makes us less safe. That's the message from Eve Ensler, who travels the globe to end violence against women. Eve Ensler | October 2005 issue I am worried about our single-minded focus on security. I see this word, hear this word, feel this … [Read more...] about The real meaning of security