Foreword

This fourth report in the Arab Human Development Report (AHDR) series completes the frank examination of some of the obstacles to Arab human development initiated by its predecessors. With the same independence that distinguished the previous reports, AHDR 2005 analyses the dynamics of women’s advancement in the Arab world. Its focus is on all women in the Arab countries, without discrimination. It situates the problematic nature of the equality of their rights, capabilities and opportunities in the context of history, culture, religion, society and the political economy. It outlines a vision for the achievement of gender equality built on the assurance of full citizenship rights for all through the reform of Arab governance.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Gender Equality

Decent Work and Economic Growth