Family Law and Gender in the Middle East and North Africa: Change and Stasis in the Arab Spring.

  • Published In: American Journal of Comparative Law, 2024, v. 72, n. 3. P. 732 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Palazzo, Nausica 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the volume "Family Law and Gender in the Middle East and North Africa: Change and Stasis in the Arab Spring," which examines the significant role of family law in shaping women's lives in the MENA region. It highlights the disparities women face regarding marriage, divorce, and child custody, often influenced by male guardianship and restrictive legal frameworks. The book analyzes personal status codes across various MENA countries, noting that while Tunisia has made notable progress in reforming family law, many other nations exhibit a trend of stagnation post-Arab Spring. The volume also critiques the interplay between secular and religious legal systems and emphasizes the need for reforms that resonate with local contexts rather than imposed Western paradigms. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Journal of Comparative Law. 2024/09, Vol. 72, Issue 3, p732
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0002-919X
  • DOI:10.1093/ajcl/avae027
  • Accession Number:186988535
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