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Protests and Gender Justice in Mauritania

This chapter examines the recent protests in Mauritania sparked by the gang rape of a university student, highlighting the absence of legal recognition for rape as a crime. It explores the social and cultural complexities surrounding sexual violence, the role of social media in mobilizing support, and the challenges faced in passing protective legislation for women and girls.

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