The Killing of Women and Girls in the Name of Honor
This session will discuss the ongoing practice of murdering girls or women who violate rules or norms regarding appropriate sexual behavior. Recent reports document this practice in countries of the Middle East including Jordan and Pakistan, where male family members, claiming defense of the family honor, murder or attempt to murder women and girls. Criminal codes in these countries permit reduced sentences for such crimes of `honor'.
Schedule a presentation for your organization or group by submitting an online request or contacting us at (612) 341-3302. Presentations are given on request and can be adapted to suit the needs and interests of your audience.
