Preventing and Reducing Violent Extremism
Cultural activities, artistic projects, the promotion of inter-cultural and inter-religious dialogue can help prevent and reduce violent extremism writes Dr Asiem El Difraoui.
Culture
Life in the Kingdom of Men
An interview with Manal Al-Sharif, who was arrested in Saudi Arabia for daring to defie the kingdom’s edicts against female drivers, forcing her to flee the country of her birth.
Young Writers Speak of Their Libya
by Mat Nashed
An anthology of work from 25 young Libyan writers has created a scandal in Libya due to claims of obscenity. Now many of the writers fear for their lives.
Tackling Discrimination Against Women in Egypt
by zenith Staff
Discrimination against females in Egypt is a common occurrence, yet conversation and dynamic workshops can help women – and men – see the problems more clearly and to take a stand against intolerance.
Surfing in Libya After the Revolution
by Wil Crisp
Amid the optimism and chaos that followed Gaddafi's overthrow Wil Crisp explored the coastline around Tripoli and discovered an empty surfer’s playground.
The Tahrir Lounge@Goethe in Egypt
by zenith Staff
The Tahrir Lounge@Goethe is a vibrant space for dialogue and culture. With the political squeeze in Egypt, it has turned to capacity building and network development for NGOs, individuals and even ministries.
Reading in Egypt
by zenith Staff
With high illiteracy rates across Egypt, projects such as the Library Bus and the Café Libraries are designed to promote reading as a fun activity, a novel concept in a country where the education system focuses on rote learning.
The Art of Transforming Saudi Arabia
Slowly but surely, Saudi Arabia is changing. For the country’s artists, it can’t come soon enough.