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Young Moroccans Keep Arab-Spring Spirit Alive

By Juhie Bhatia ● Employment ● April 24, 2012

The youth-led Feb. 20 Movement in Morocco has simmered down to a core group that includes many female activists. They’re keeping an eye on constitutional reforms enacted last year that some say didn’t go far enough. “We want real, radical change,” says one.

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Syrian Nun Plays Key Role in Medical Underground

By Por Alison Bowen ● Politics ● April 16, 2012

An activist doctor in Syria has a hero he calls “Sister Nanique.” The Catholic nun stockpiles medical supplies to help treat those wounded in the resistance. Here he tells the story of her recent dangerous mission to Homs.

Political Scouts Recruiting in Northwest Cameroon

By Nakinti Nofuru ● Employment ● April 16, 2012

In Cameroon’s Northwest Province, female elected representatives are in particularly short supply. Citizens, advocates, local officials and newly minted female candidates are trying to make 2012 the year to change that.

Tunisia’s Dhaouadi: Dignity and Freedom At Last

By Hajer Naili ● Employment ● April 10, 2012

After years of repression, Aicha Dhaouadi is serving parliament for the Islamist party. “Try to know us more,” she says to those who suspect a veneer of moderation. Last of three profiles of women playing active roles in post-revolutionary Tunisia.

Bipartisan Women Start Election Year Sexism Watch

By Samantha Kimmey ● Politics ● April 2, 2012

What could happen in 10 years if women who lead PACs and nonprofits on both sides of the political aisle pull together to boost the number of women in higher office? That’s the question of the well-financed Political Parity Project.

Italy’s Mafia Survivors Take Risks for Justice

By Valeria Marchetti ● Commentary ● March 22, 2012

Italy held a national day of mourning for people killed by the Mafia on March 21. Wives, daughters and mothers of the survivors also have paid a price. Two of them, described here, have led the struggle for justice.

1970s Laws Are Today’s Ammo for Women’s Rights

By Cynthia L. Cooper ● Arts & Culture ● March 15, 2012

It’s Women’s History Month and a mighty time in this ongoing saga occurred not so long ago, during the 1970s. It all began at Newsweek Magazine, when the men got the bylines and women did the research.

Tunisia’s Om Zied Stays Sharp as Power Shifts

By Hajer Naili ● Politics ● February 28, 2012

Om Zied made her fame as a fierce, visionary critic of the now-deposed Ben Ali. Now she has shifted focus and is keeping tabs on the ruling Islamist party. Second of three profiles of women playing active roles in post-revolutionary Tunisia.

21 Leaders 2012 – Seven Who Leverage Power

By WeNews Staff ● Arts & Culture ● December 30, 2011

Profiles of seven outstanding leaders dedicated to improving lives of women and girls: Susan Blount, Nancy Duff Campbell– Marcia D. Greenberger, Joe Keefe, Yousriya Loza-Sawiris, Natalia Oberti Noguera, Sue Osthoff, Juhu Thukral

21 Leaders 2012 – Seven Who Engender Ballots

By WeNews Staff ● Arts & Culture ● December 30, 2011

Profiles of seven outstanding women leaders dedicated to improving lives of women and girls: Siobhan “Sam” Bennett, Deedee Corradini, Mary Hughes, Kamala Lopez, Karen Middleton, Robin Read, Ann Stone