Share
She Talks Peace
Ep 129: Dr. Noorjehan Safia Niaz Talks on Muslim Women's Rights in India
Ep. 129
•
In this episode of "She Talks Peace," we have the honor of hosting Dr. Noorjehan Safia Niaz, a passionate activist deeply engaged in empowering marginalized Muslim women across India. Dr. Noorjehan holds a Ph.D. in Sociology and a Masters in Social Work, and is renowned as the co-founder of the Bharatiya Muslim Mahila Andolan (BMMA), a pioneering national movement advocating for Muslim women's rights. Through BMMA, Dr. Noorjehan has tirelessly championed legislative reforms, including the historic legislation against triple divorce, a significant victory for Indian Muslim women. In this insightful conversation, Dr. Noorjehan delves into the complexities of Triple Talaq Legislation and the urgent need for codified personal laws to safeguard the rights of Muslim women in India. With her wealth of experience and expertise, Dr. Noorjehan sheds light on the challenges Muslim women face in accessing justice and advocates for a gender-just legal framework that addresses their diverse needs. Tune in to She Talks Peace to be inspired and informed by this enlightening conversation!
Visit She Talks Peace' social media pages and show your support:
Facebook: web.facebook.com/shetalkspeacepodcast
Twitter: @shetalkspeace | twitter.com/shetalkspeace
Instagram: @shetalkspeace | instagram.com/shetalkspeace/
Visit Amina Rasul's social media pages:
Twitter: @aminarasul | twitter.com/aminarasul
Instagram: @aminarasul | instagram.com/aminarasul/
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/amina-rasul-084a0824/
More episodes
View all episodes
148. Ep. 148: Amina Rasul-Bernardo Talks the First International Conference on Women, Peace, and Security
29:58||Ep. 148This year, the Philippines is hosting the first ministerial-level conference on the women peace and security agenda. It is called the International Conference of Women, Peace and Security or the ICWPS. This conference will be a platform to address the UN Security Council Resolution 1325, which is a global commitment to ensuring that women and girls are more systematically and sustainably integrated into peace and security. In this special episode, host Amina Rasul-Bernardo shares snippets from a recently held press conference on this upcoming monumental event which will be attended by delegates from Southeast Asia, Africa, Middle East, Europe, and beyond.
147. Ep. 147: Grant Lu Talks Women, Peace, and Security in the Bangsamoro Region
37:14||Ep. 147In this episode, peace educator Grant Lu discusses the critical importance of formalizing the teaching of women, peace, and security (WPS) in the Bangsamoro region. With roots from the UN Resolution 1325 in 2000, the WPS agenda has been pivotal in shedding light on the role of women in maintaining peace globally. Grant, an essential part of the team in realizing the diploma program of Mindanao State University on women, peace, and security — the first in the Philippines — shares his experiences in making it happen, highlighting the value of collaboration in the process.
146. Ep. 146: Tausug Youth Talks the Impact of Sulu’s Separation from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region
47:18||Ep. 146On September 9, 2024, the Supreme Court of the Philippines released a decision separating the Province of Sulu from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). This is despite the historical role of Sulu in igniting the Bangsamoro struggle for self-determination right from its beginning in the late 1960s to the present. To many, this is a paradox. In this episode, Amina Rasul-Bernardo talks with three young Tausugs from Sulu to analyze the impact of the decision.
145. Ep. 145: Fatima Pir Allian Talks Climate Justice and Women Empowerment in the Bangsamoro
44:25||Ep. 145Climate change is a global problem, but it affects us differently. To women, especially in developing societies, the impact of climate change disproportionately puts them at a vulnerable position. In this episode, climate change and women’s rights activist Fatima Pir Allian, fondly called “Shalom,” from the Bangsamoro presents ground stories about environmental concerns, women, and activism in general. She concludes by challenging us to be hopeful in seemingly hopeless times.
144. Ep. 144: Jasmin Galace Talks Localizing Women, Peace, and Security
44:36||Ep. 144The advocacy of advancing women, peace and security (WPS) is far from over. Around the world, issues concerning WPS continue to complicate the mission of peacebuilders, advocates, policymakers, and governments, but this reality should not cause despair. In this episode, Dr. Nario-Galace presents both the dire realities of WPS and the positive outcomes from years of effort. At the end, she reminds us of the necessity to maintain courage in these challenging times.
143. Ep. 143: Pola del Monte Talks Advocacy in the Age of Trolling, Misinformation, and Changing Trends
46:44||Ep. 143Are you a brat? To most young women today, a resounding affirmative to this question sets their generation apart. In this episode, Pola del Monte, a multi-awarded media practitioner and influencer, deciphers the various ways in which communication has morphed in the 21st century. In the age of Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X, Pola drops her advice and best practices in dealing with trolls, misinformation, and hate speech, and highlights the role of words for social change.Visit She Talks Peace' social media pages and show your support:Facebook: web.facebook.com/shetalkspeacepodcastTwitter: @shetalkspeace | twitter.com/shetalkspeaceInstagram: @shetalkspeace | instagram.com/shetalkspeace/Visit Amina Rasul's social media pages:Twitter: @aminarasul | twitter.com/aminarasulInstagram: @aminarasul | instagram.com/aminarasul/Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/amina-rasul-084a0824/
142. Ep.142: Dr. Christine Yambao Talks Education in Post-Conflict Areas and Volunteerism
31:51||Ep. 142Education in post-conflict areas face a different set of challenges way more than what the government alone can respond to. To fill this gap, the need for volunteers arises. In this episode, Dr. Christine Yambao, both an academic and a volunteer herself, highlights the critical role of volunteerism in addressing Mindanao’s long-standing problems in education.
141. Ep.141: Dr. Mark Anthony Torres Talks on Indigenous Peoples' Education
31:37||Ep. 141Renowned peace educator Dr. Mark Anthony Torres underscores the role of indigenous peoples in peacebuilding in conflict-prone Mindanao through the initiatives of Mindanao State University.
140. Ep.140: Atty. Leah Tanodra-Armamento Talks on Navigating Amnesty, Justice, and Peace
31:27||Ep. 140Atty. Leah Tanodra-Armamento, chair of the Commission on Human Rights, discusses the Philippine amnesty program's balance between justice and peace, including the organization of the office, amnesty applications, and local boards. She explains how amnesty covers crimes against the state while maintaining civil liabilities for private individuals and shares insights into the commission's rehabilitation and reintegration programs for ex-rebels, women, and children affected by conflict.Visit She Talks Peace' social media pages and show your support:Facebook: web.facebook.com/shetalkspeacepodcastTwitter: @shetalkspeace | twitter.com/shetalkspeaceInstagram: @shetalkspeace | instagram.com/shetalkspeace/Visit Amina Rasul's social media pages:Twitter: @aminarasul | twitter.com/aminarasulInstagram: @aminarasul | instagram.com/aminarasul/Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/amina-rasul-084a0824/