legal rights
All stories about legal rights
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Iraq: Making the law work for them April 24, 2012
In the Middle East, Iraq has a history of being a leader in promoting women's rights. Even after the fall of Saddam Hussein, women were some of the first to organise across ethnic and religious lines to advocate for democratic change.
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Central African Republic: From violence to vocation, fear to freedom October 24, 2011
Mercy Corps counselling centers help women recover from abuse and put the power of self-determination in their own hands.
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Central African Republic: Fighting for rights in Bangassou October 1, 2011
When her husband was wrongly accused and arrested, Helene relied on what she'd learned about about legal rights to fight for his freedom.
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Central African Republic: A source of strength to continue December 7, 2010
Women who have been abandoned or abused find a safe haven at Mercy Corps' listening centers — and the support they need to build a successful life.