Tunisian women ‘become bright image of forward-moving nation’
Habib Toumi, 15/8/08
Tunisian women celebrated their national day amid calls by their first lady for greater involvement of women in scientific research and a better contribution in promoting knowledge “for the sake of a durable and balanced development of the nation.” Tunisia, regarded as the most advanced Arab country in women’s rights and political, social and economic empowerment, has been celebrating Women’s Day on August 13 since 1957 when the Personal Status Law was promulgated and hailed as a great step forward by the predominantly Muslim North African country. The celebrations, marked by a public holiday, provide an opportunity to assess the progress achieved by women and to plan the year ahead.
See: http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Tunisia/10237479.html
Tags: Africa, Womens Rights