The Status of Women in the Muslim World

The Status of Women in the Muslim World
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Publisher : AuthorHouse
Total Pages : 188
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ISBN-10 : 9781665515931
ISBN-13 : 1665515937
Rating : 4/5 (31 Downloads)

Synopsis The Status of Women in the Muslim World by : Shamim Aleem

Gender Equality is at the heart of human rights and United Nations values. The U.N. Charter (1945) adopted the principle of “equal rights for men and women”. But in spite of this universal declaration women’s secondary status and oppression persist. There is no country in the world where women enjoy equal status of men. There are 54 countries with Muslim majority in the world, many of them are in the race for gender equality, but many are lagging behind, in spite of the fact that the Quran has given equal rights to women. The Author has tried to peep into the system to see the status of women and to identify the hurdles in the way of progress. This is just a modest attempt, the subject is very comprehensive. She looks forward to the governments and scholars to work out a feasible model of the family and the role of women in the light of the Quran and Sunnah. The prosperity and the happiness of the Family depends on the fair relationship between husband and wife, which in turn contributes to the peace and prosperity of the world at large.

Economic Empowerment Of Women In The Islamic World: Theory And Practice

Economic Empowerment Of Women In The Islamic World: Theory And Practice
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Publisher : World Scientific
Total Pages : 678
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ISBN-10 : 9789811212161
ISBN-13 : 9811212163
Rating : 4/5 (61 Downloads)

Synopsis Economic Empowerment Of Women In The Islamic World: Theory And Practice by : Toseef Azid

The book, Economic Empowerment of Women in the Islamic World, discusses the economic, social, and political rights and status of women in Islam, which is theoretically given by the Islamic Jurisprudence (Shariah law). The chapters in this volume will address historical practices in comparison to the status of women in the contemporary Muslim world. Men and women in Islam, regardless of their age, social class, and education, are equal as citizens and individuals, but not identical in their rights and responsibilities. It can be observed from Islamic history that in the early age of Islam, women were given full confidence, trust, and high responsibilities in leadership, educational guidance, and decision-making.This volume will try to clarify the confusion in the status of the women in Islam that is presented by the media, as it is assumed that theoretical Islamic empowerment of women bears little relation to the real conditions of women in modern Muslim societies. It has been widely claimed in the media that Muslim women suffer more than men in Muslim societies and communities in terms of insecurity, domestic abuse, and low access to education and medical care. It is also stated in the press and media that absence of good governance also results in gender inequality and violation of the rights of Muslim women.This volume also aims to provide the solutions for the empowerment of women in the Islamic world. We assumed that without good governance, the status of women is not likely to improve. Muslim women have the potential to play a fundamental role in curbing corruption, social ills, violence, and crime in the Muslim world. This volume will make the case that in order to achieve stability and prosperity, the government must ensure a platform for women to participate in decision-making and hence benefit from the rights they are accorded in Islam.By covering a range of perspectives on the economic lives of Muslim women around the world, it hopes to shed light on the problems faced and to offer possible solutions to the empowerment of women in the Islamic world.

Self-determination and Women's Rights in Muslim Societies

Self-determination and Women's Rights in Muslim Societies
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Publisher : UPNE
Total Pages : 370
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ISBN-10 : 9781611682816
ISBN-13 : 1611682819
Rating : 4/5 (16 Downloads)

Synopsis Self-determination and Women's Rights in Muslim Societies by : Chitra Raghavan

An interdisciplinary anthology on the intersections of gender, Islam, and law

Women in the Muslim World

Women in the Muslim World
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Publisher : Cambridge, Mass. : Harvard University Press
Total Pages : 716
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ISBN-10 : 0674954815
ISBN-13 : 9780674954816
Rating : 4/5 (15 Downloads)

Synopsis Women in the Muslim World by : Lois Beck

Examines the place of Muslim women in contemporary law and society, their historical roles in cultural and political development, their status within nomadic, rural, and urban societies, and the impact of ritual and religion o ther lives.

Fifty Million Rising

Fifty Million Rising
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Publisher : Bold Type Books
Total Pages : 272
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ISBN-10 : 9781568585918
ISBN-13 : 1568585918
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Synopsis Fifty Million Rising by : Saadia Zahidi

There is a quiet revolution that is radically reshaping the Muslim world: 50 million women have entered the workforce and are upending their countries' economies and societies. Across the Muslim world, ever greater numbers of women are going to work. In the span of just over a decade, millions have joined the workforce, giving them more earning and purchasing power and greater autonomy. In Fifty Million Rising, award-winning economist Saadia Zahidi illuminates this discreet but momentous revolution through the stories of the remarkable women who are at the forefront of this shift -- a McDonald's worker in Pakistan who has climbed the ranks to manager; the founder of an online modest fashion startup in Indonesia; a widow in Cairo who runs a catering business with her daughter, against her son's wishes; and an executive in a Saudi corporation who is altering the culture of her workplace; among many others. These women are challenging familial and social conventions, as well as compelling businesses to cater to women as both workers and consumers. More importantly, they are gaining the economic power that will upend entrenched cultural norms, re-shape how women are viewed in the Muslim world and elsewhere, and change the mindset of the next generation. Inspiring and deeply reported, Fifty Million Rising is a uniquely insightful portrait of a seismic shift with global significance, as Muslim women worldwide claim a seat at the table.

Women and Gender in Islam

Women and Gender in Islam
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Publisher : Yale University Press
Total Pages : 313
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ISBN-10 : 9780300257311
ISBN-13 : 0300257317
Rating : 4/5 (11 Downloads)

Synopsis Women and Gender in Islam by : Jin Xu

A classic, pioneering account of the lives of women in Islamic history, republished for a new generation This pioneering study of the social and political lives of Muslim women has shaped a whole generation of scholarship. In it, Leila Ahmed explores the historical roots of contemporary debates, ambitiously surveying Islamic discourse on women from Arabia during the period in which Islam was founded to Iraq during the classical age to Egypt during the modern era. The book is now reissued as a Veritas paperback, with a new foreword by Kecia Ali situating the text in its scholarly context and explaining its enduring influence. “Ahmed’s book is a serious and independent-minded analysis of its subject, the best-informed, most sympathetic and reliable one that exists today.”—Edward W. Said “Destined to become a classic. . . . It gives [Muslim women] back our rightful place, at the center of our histories.”—Rana Kabbani, The Guardian

Status of Women in the Muslim World

Status of Women in the Muslim World
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 270
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105036996739
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (39 Downloads)

Synopsis Status of Women in the Muslim World by : Parveen Shaukat Ali

Extraordinary Women from the Muslim World

Extraordinary Women from the Muslim World
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Publisher : Independently Published
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1726627217
ISBN-13 : 9781726627214
Rating : 4/5 (17 Downloads)

Synopsis Extraordinary Women from the Muslim World by : Sep Riahi

Multi-award-winning picture book, adorned with the powerful illustrations by renowned Egyptian artist Heba Amin, offers a unique exploration into the lives of 13 influential Muslim women who have left a lasting impact on history. This is not a mere collection of biographies, but a tapestry of narratives that celebrate the resilience, courage, and determination of these women. Each woman's story is a testament to her unique strength and contribution: Khadija bint Khuwaylid (Arabia), the first wife of the Prophet (pbuh), a beacon of strength and faith. Aisha bint Abi Bakr (Arabia), the insightful wife of the Prophet (pbuh), whose wisdom continues to enlighten. Al-Khansa (Arabia), an Arabian poetess whose verses echo with profundity and sentiment. Rabi a al-Adawiyya (Iraq), a venerated woman saint, embodying spiritual devotion. Arwa bint Ahmed al-Sulayhiyya (Yemen), the sovereign Queen of Yemen, a symbol of regal leadership. Sultan Razia (India), the Warrior Queen of Delhi, personifying courage and valor. Nana Asmau (Nigeria), a scholar and poetess, a beacon of intellect and creativity. Tjut Njak Dien (Indonesia), a guerrilla leader, exemplifying resistance and resilience. Halide Edib Adivar (Turkey), a Turkish novelist and activist, a voice for change and reform. Umm Kulthum (Egypt), an iconic musical artist and singer, the melody of a nation. Sabiha Gökçen (Turkey), a pioneering military pilot, soaring high against the odds. Chaibia Tallal (Morocco), a gifted painter, painting the world in her unique hues. Shirin Ebadi (Iran), a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, a champion for human rights. Each chapter of this book, is an invitation to journey through time and across cultures, to discover the remarkable lives of these women and their enduring influence on the world. This is more than a book; it's a celebration of the contributions of Muslim women throughout history. WINNER: * Middle East Book Award (Middle East Outreach Council) * Moonbeam Children's Books Peacemaker Award * USA Book News "Best Book" * Skipping Stones Honor Award

Advancing the Legal Status of Women in Islamic Law

Advancing the Legal Status of Women in Islamic Law
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Publisher : BRILL
Total Pages : 234
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ISBN-10 : 9789004446953
ISBN-13 : 9004446958
Rating : 4/5 (53 Downloads)

Synopsis Advancing the Legal Status of Women in Islamic Law by : Mona Samadi

Mona Samadi examines the sources of gender differences within the Islamic tradition, with particular focus on guardianship, and describes the opportunities and challenges for advancing the legal status of women.

Do Muslim Women Need Saving?

Do Muslim Women Need Saving?
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Publisher : Harvard University Press
Total Pages : 336
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ISBN-10 : 9780674726338
ISBN-13 : 0674726332
Rating : 4/5 (38 Downloads)

Synopsis Do Muslim Women Need Saving? by : Lila Abu-Lughod

Do Muslim Women Need Saving? is an indictment of a mindset that has justified all manner of foreign interference, including military invasion, in the name of rescuing women from Islam. It offers a detailed, moving portrait of the actual experiences of ordinary Muslim women, and of the contingencies with which they live.