FWD: "Overlooked No More: Doria Shafik, Who Led Egypt’s Women’s Liberation Movement" - The New York Times

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Presenter: Maha Kamel

Delivered: DC on January 27, 2019

Since the 1800s, the New York Times has mainly published obituaries of the majority. In their new series, Overlooked, they highlight remarkable individuals previously unnoticed. This is the story of Doria Shafik, a leader in Egypt's feminist movement.

Sources & Future References

• AUC Digital Collection Project

• Egyptian Streets Doria Shafik’s Writing

• Women’s movements in Egypt Case Study

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