We're Supporting the Campaign for the Protection of
Women from Family Violence
BEIRUT;
October 7, 2008 – Kafa (Enough) Violence &
Exploitation have drafted a new law that would protect
women from physical, sexual, verbal, and economic
violence by any family member. It's the most important
piece of legislative action for women's human rights in
Lebanon today. Banat Akhir Zaman have devoted all of
their resources to supporting this campaign. You can
read more about it here:
http://protect.kafa.org.lb
So hurry and
sign up on the Kafa campaign website to support them! Or
call us on 03-487051 to find out more how you can help
out.
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‘Banat Akhir Zaman’ Launches Feminist Campaign
BEIRUT;
March 7, 2008 – In the spirit of the International
Women’s Day, Banat Akhir Zaman, a grassroots movement
that seeks to achieve gender equality in Lebanon, have
launched their mission and objectives online at
www.banatakhirzaman.org. The name, which in Arabic means
“girls of the last times,” is derived from a common
Lebanese phrase used to indicate disapproval with young
women’s behavior that does not adhere to strict
traditional norms. The campaign advocates for the
personal, social, economic, and political rights of
women through empowerment and consciousness-raising.
Read more.
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Welcome to our website
And thank you
for visiting our new website. In a nutshell, we
are a small group of young women working to build a
feminist movement in Lebanon. We believe that big change
comes from small initiatives.
We are
currently in a phase of brainstorming and planning, so
it's a perfect time to join us. Get in touch and book an appointment to come talk to us about
your opinions, ideas, and issues, please give us a call
on 01-362592 or email
info@banatakhirzaman.org.
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