December 8, 2012

In Sweden, police are continuing an investigation involving a possible “honor” killing.

In Sweden, police are continuing an investigation involving a possible “honor” killing. Link: http://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2012/11/26/Honor-killing-alleged-in-Swedish-case/UPI-85271353937421/

December 8, 2012

Some 10,700 women and girls are affected by female genital mutilation (FGM) in Switzerland, according to Unicef Switzerland, based on a survey of medical professionals and social workers.

Some 10,700 women and girls are affected by female genital mutilation (FGM) in Switzerland, according to Unicef Switzerland, […]

December 7, 2012

At a London conference, founder of the AHA Foundation Ayaan Hirsi Ali proposed to end placing women under the control of male guardians.

At a London conference on the rights of women in the Middle East, founder of the AHA Foundation […]

December 7, 2012

Despite being legally banned, female genital mutilation in Egypt is on the rise, with Islamists pushing to legalize the procedure again.

Despite being legally banned, female genital mutilation in Egypt is on the rise, causing lifelong pains, health problems […]

December 7, 2012

Britain has launched an initiative dubbed a “health passport” that is designed to reduce the number of girls subjected to horrific genital mutilations while visiting family overseas.

Britain has launched an initiative dubbed a “health passport” that is designed to reduce the number of girls […]

December 7, 2012

A Bangladeshi woman has been forced to remarry the husband who threw acid in her face after she divorced him for being unfaithful.

A Bangladeshi woman has been forced to remarry the husband who threw acid in her face after she […]

December 7, 2012

Qatar’s tourism authority has called on foreign women to dress “modestly”.

Qatar’s tourism authority has called on foreign women to dress “modestly”. Some observers of Qatari society say Qatar […]

December 7, 2012

Acid throwing remains a common way of revenge in Pakistan.

Honor killings and acid throwing remain a common way of revenge in Pakistan. “Acid throwing is an urban […]

December 7, 2012

With help, an Afghan survivor of an ‘honor killing’ inches back to life.

Gul Meena’s story, as best it can be pieced together from relatives, tribal elders and others, gives insight […]

December 7, 2012

Debate is raging in Malaysia over Muslim female genital mutilation as the country’s health ministry reportedly develops guidelines to reclassify it as a medical practice.

Debate is raging in Malaysia over Muslim female genital mutilation as the country’s health ministry reportedly develops guidelines […]

December 4, 2012

Marching Orders: Empower Women to Forge Their Own Way

The AHA Foundation is proud to announce that our founder, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, is one of the featured […]

November 20, 2012

Recent cases of “honor” violence and forced marriage in the United States emphasize the need to combat these practices.

Recent cases of “honor” violence and forced marriage in the United States emphasize the need to combat these […]

November 20, 2012

Forced marriages take place not only in developing countries but also in the United States.

To many in the United States, forced marriage sounds like an ancient and alien practice, something that might […]

November 20, 2012

Shahira Amin writes about the battle against female genital mutilation.

Shahira Amin writes about the battle against female genital mutilation. Link: http://dailynewsegypt.com/2012/11/15/the-battle-against-female-genital-mutilation/

November 20, 2012

The marriage of a young Indian couple has been declared “absolutely null and void” by a court because the groom was forced to wed.

The marriage of a young Indian couple has been declared “absolutely null and void” by a court because […]

November 20, 2012

An Iraqi mother accused of beating her daughter in Phoenix for not going along with an arranged marriage has been sentenced to probation.

An Iraqi mother accused of beating her daughter in Phoenix for not going along with an arranged marriage […]

November 20, 2012

In New Zealand, concern that 16- and 17-year-olds are being forced to marry into often-abusive relationships has prompted an MP to draft a bill which would require minors to declare their consent in court.

In New Zealand, concern that 16- and 17-year-olds are being forced to marry into often-abusive relationships has prompted […]

November 20, 2012

In the UK, journalist Felicity Gerry calls for prosecuting those who commit female genital mutilation.

In the UK, journalist Felicity Gerry calls for prosecuting those who commit female genital mutilation. Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/law/2012/nov/13/female-genital-mutilation-prosection-uk

November 20, 2012

A new Maasai rite of passage aims to reduce the prevalence of female genital mutilation.

A new Maasai rite of passage aims to reduce the prevalence of female genital mutilation in Kenya. Via: […]

November 20, 2012

In Edmonton, Canada, a couple has been charged with attacking and confining a 21-year-old woman in her home after she refused to participate in an arranged marriage outside the country.

In Edmonton, Canada, a couple has been charged with attacking and confining a 21-year-old woman in her home […]