Feminist (Counter-)Revolutions


9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Feminist (Counter-)Revolutions

Friday, 01. September
Hike
180 minutes
English
First come first serve
The feminist (counter-)revolutions in Iran and Afghanistan illustrate the ongoing fight of women in order to obtain more rights and autonomy in patriarchal societies. Despite significant challenges, danger and repression, women have continued to mobilise and push for change. How can these efforts be successful in both the short and long-term?
 
Session objective: Building understanding – Build your understanding by learning about personal insights and experiences as well as developments in science, society, politics or world affairs. 

//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg. Bring hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place on the first floor (EG1) of the Volksschule Alpbach.
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Shadi Mandani

Research Assistant and MA student in Gender Studies, EFA23 scholarship holder Central European University
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Bibi Asma Miakhel

BA student Culture, Politics and Society, EFA23 scholarship holder Central European University
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Soli Kiani

Artist
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Chair

Irene Giner-Reichl

Board Member & Former Austrian Diplomat European Forum Alpbach & Republic of Austria