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The increasing role of women’s fatwa-making in Indonesia
Women Islamic scholars are challenging male authority through fatwa-making.
Where are the Women? Gender Perspectives in Indonesia’s 2024 Presidential Race
The absence of women from any of the presidential tickets in this year’s Indonesian elections underscores a deeper political and policy malaise in addressing gender inequality.
Creating safe spaces, a sense of belonging and ‘ibasho’ for women refugees in Tokyo
An innovative project provides emotional support and social networks for women refugees amid very limited state support.
The visual language of Japanese youth’s self-expression and self-promotion on TikTok
Young women use Tik Tok to critique and challenge gender stereotypes and norms.
Gender equity reversals and women’s responses to COVID-19 in rural Indonesia
Women who had developed skills, networks, knowledge, and confidence through CSO programs were better placed to respond to the pandemic.