Events
Workshop
16
Jan
2020
From the Levant to the Thames and Beyond
Lebanese writer Hanan al Shaykh talks about her work that links to ancient Arab literary traditions when it comes to openly and boldly addressing sexuality and feminism.
Workshop
27
Feb
2020
Old and New Sexual Nationalisms in Neo-Fascist Times
Nationalism is not just about the nation. Xenophobic and racist nationalisms, typical of the 19th and 20th centuries, define the conception of “us” versus “them” in sexual terms.
Conference
24
Nov
2020
Rethinking Gender-Based Violence in 2020: Perspectives from Egypt, Lebanon and Syria
Three gender equality experts and representatives of civil society movements address the situation of gender-based violence in their countries, while drawing an alternative map of resilience.