Filling the Religious Void: Yoga and Self-Awareness in Saudi Arabia
The marginalization of religious figures in Saudi Arabia has prompted a rise of trends focusing on spirituality and meditation to promote self-awareness.
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Labor Reforms in Saudi Arabia: Ambitious Focus on Foreign Workers and Unemployment
New labor reforms are an important first step to improve conditions for foreign workers and could open the door for wider reforms.
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Mudhawi’s List: Advocating for Kuwaiti Women in Politics
Kuwaiti women have played a significant role on the political stage in recent years, but they have yet to reach equal representation in the National Assembly. Mudhawi’s List aims to support women to achieve a more promising future in politics.
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Redefining Gulf Security Begins by Including the Human Dimension
The coronavirus pandemic has come as a reminder of the urgent need for a renewed approach to security that no longer focuses merely on the political and military aspects of security but includes a broader look at people-centered dimensions.
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Rather Than Addressing Poverty, Iran Cracks Down on Dissent
The rise of economic hardships, widespread poverty, and increasing use of violence by the Islamic Republic are major grievances dominating state-citizen relations.
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One Year On, Saudi Public Decency Law Still Meeting Resistance
The social dimension of change in the kingdom will continue to navigate a bumpy road, especially as it generates tensions and debate over the issue of decency.
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Ego-balization versus Eco-operation: Prioritizing Human Security in the Face of Global Crises
The coronavirus outbreak presents Gulf – and global – leaders with an opportunity to prioritize human security in their foreign policies.
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The Public Decency Law and the Shaping of the Saudi Identity
The relaxation of social norms in Saudi Arabia has proved to be both emboldening and disorienting.
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Stateless in Kuwait
A proposed new law in Kuwait aims to address the critical issue of the status of biduns, or stateless people.
Mohammad Al-Hussainan: Harnessing Social Media for Charity
Mohammad Al-Hussainan leads a team working to bring a new generation to Kuwait’s long-standing humanitarian legacy, using social media, personal connections, and a compelling narrative.
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