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TICKET RESERVATIONS NOW LIVE: Islam or Feminism – which one can truly liberate women?

A date and venue is finally set for my debate with Julie Bindel and tickets can now be reserved – 28th November at the Institute of Education (London). Further details below. Please note that tickets are very limited, so book early to guarantee your seat and avoid disappointment. ————————————————————————————- MDI BIG DEBATE: Islam or Feminism: … Continue reading →

Why Liberalism does not want you to wear the niqab

“Find them behind the veil where they hide themselves” The situation of the Muslim woman, and particularly the wearing of the veil, has persistently been used through recent history as the “theme of action” by those working to intellectually subdue Muslim communities. In colonial Egypt, British colonial officials specifically cited the veil and treatment of … Continue reading →

UPCOMING EVENT on MONDAY 20th OCTOBER: SPEAKSIS at University College London (UCL), UK

Feminists and Sexual Harassment

“Sexual harassment” in streets, transportation and places of work seems to be endemic to many societies, including London – 43% of female Londoners say they have been sexually harassed in London’s public spaces (YouGov). The legal recognition of sexual harassment in the work place in the 1970’s was considered to be a success of feminism, … Continue reading →

Public Debate: ‘Do Women Need Feminism?’ with Natalie Bennett (Green Party Leader)

Salaam/greetings all! Here is the full video and short trailer of my debate with Natalie Bennett (Leader of the Green Party), ‘Do Women Need Feminism?’, which took place on 28 February 2013 at Friends House, London. 14 minute trailer of my opening presentation: Full Video: