Women, Rights, and Power - Making Democracy

Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion on women's roles in democratization and gender-specific issues in newly democratic governments. Hear from distinguished speakers including Dalia Mogahed from the Gallup Center for Muslim Studies, Rima Khalaf from the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, Heba Raouf Ezzat from Cairo University, and Ann Snitow from the New School. Gain insights into how women shape democratic demands and participate in emerging democracies. Examine the intersection of gender and politics through expert perspectives on universalistic language in democratization, women's leadership in democratic movements, and the centrality of gender issues in new democracies. Conclude with a moderated Q&A session to deepen your understanding of women's rights and power in democratic processes.

Introduction by Jane J. Mansbridge, Adams Professor of Political Leadership and Democratic Values, Harvard Kennedy School
Dalia Mogahed, Executive Director and Senior Analyst, Gallup Center for Muslim Studies
Rima Khalaf, Undersecretary General and Executive Secretary, United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia
Heba Raouf Ezzat, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Faculty of Economics and Political Science, Cairo University
Ann Snitow, Director, Gender Studies Program, and Associate Professor, Literature and Gender Studies, Eugene Lang College for Liberal Arts, the New School; Cofounder and Board Member, Network of East and West Women NEWW
Q&A moderated by Jane J. Mansbridge