Shuruk al-Abayachi

Shuruk al-Abayachi, a former Iraqi MP, speaks about her efforts to change laws against domestic violence amid fierce opposition. The podcast dives into the urgent need for legal protections for women in Iraq, showcasing the courageous activists running secret shelters. It features Mariam, a survivor sharing her harrowing story, and highlights the dangers faced by trailblazers like Yanar Mohammed, who has been forced into hiding. These personal accounts underscore a critical fight for women's rights in a society fraught with systemic challenges.