This document presents the first issue of the online Journal of Women and Human Rights in the Middle East, “A Change of Seasons for Women in the Middle East?”. The first issue, looked at the state of women in the Middle East since the Arab Awakening. Despite the bravery and sacrifice of so many women who flocked to the streets and social networking sites to inspire change, the post-revolution environment remains formidable for those seeking representation and rights. The first paper, “Consequences of the Arab Spring for Women’s Political Participation,” explores women’s involvement in politics through social media, and the factors that have delayed women’s progress post-revolution, using Egypt and Tunisia as case studies. The second article, “An Unfulfilled Promise? The Role of Women in the Arab Awakening,” highlights the diverse participation of women throughout the revolutions and how the U.S. and other international actors can support women’s empowerment. The final article, “Remembering Their Role: Keeping Women Involved Post-Arab Awakening,” looks at Egypt’s and Tunisia’s histories of women’s rights and how those countries can build upon their previous progress.

CAWTAR | 2019-09-02 15:22:53

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