Episode 5: The Personal is Political with Rawaa K. Augé

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A Conversation With Dr Salma Nims

In this special episode, Dr. Amal Al-Malki hosts thinker and activist Dr. Salma Nims in a bold and honest conversation that breaks through long-standing taboos. The episode dives into identity, religion, and gender—exploring how misconceptions have shaped women’s lives across the ...  Show more

A Conversation with Dr. Oroub El Abed

In this episode, we dive into a thoughtful conversation about the socially imposed roles on women, and how many are taught from a young age that their primary purpose is to become mothers, otherwise, society may not fully embrace them.
We explore how education and awarene ...

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