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In the news: Documenting sexual violence
March 6, 2013
In the news: Documenting sexual violence
There is barely a media outlet in Egypt that has not covered sexual violence in the wake of violations and…
On guard: Confronting sexual assault
March 5, 2013
On guard: Confronting sexual assault
On 25 January, the date of the revolution’s second anniversary, more than 20 cases of sexual assault or rape took…
Fitness packaged: CrossFit in Egypt to change lives
March 3, 2013
Fitness packaged: CrossFit in Egypt to change lives
This piece was originally published in Egypt Independent's weekly - See more at: https://www.egyptindependent.com/news/world-their-backyard-children-ard-al-lewa-learn-about-differences-through-safarni#sthash.ZXGUUsHC.dpuf With its strong presence in the…
The world from their backyard: Children in Ard al-Lewa learn about differences through Safarni
February 28, 2013
The world from their backyard: Children in Ard al-Lewa learn about differences through Safarni
After a sip of a traditional drink from the Ivory Coast, a young Egyptian child shivers. “This is very, very…
Syrians find refuge in food, bringing cuisine to Egypt
February 27, 2013
Syrians find refuge in food, bringing cuisine to Egypt
At first glance, Al-Shami Shawerma could be just another Egyptianized Syrian sandwich shop catering to the lunch rush around Hosary…
Back to basics: Umbi camp shows the other side of Sharm el-Sheikh
February 26, 2013
Back to basics: Umbi camp shows the other side of Sharm el-Sheikh
For more laid-back travelers, Sharm el-Sheikh has been traditionally associated with charter tourism, over-development, loss of uniqueness, and overcrowdedness —…
Dope distractions: Can sport keep children away from drugs?
February 25, 2013
Dope distractions: Can sport keep children away from drugs?
We often believe that getting children involved in sports will keep them away from smoking, drinking and doing drugs. Without…
From Amman to Cairo: Lara’s Crafts brings creations to Egyptian market
February 24, 2013
From Amman to Cairo: Lara’s Crafts brings creations to Egyptian market
Lara’s Crafts first launched in Amman, started by two young women with great ambitions. Almost 10 years later, Lara and…
Building blocks: Children learn to see the world through architecture
February 23, 2013
Building blocks: Children learn to see the world through architecture
Mini Architect, a program designed to help children master daily life skills and function more effectively, hopes to help them…
Tahrir Bodyguard launches free self-defense training for women
February 21, 2013
Tahrir Bodyguard launches free self-defense training for women
With reports of sexual assault rampant in Tahrir Square, one organization is throwing itself into crowds, pulling women out, warding…