Before the US-led invasion in 2003, women were free to go to schools, universities and work, and to perform other duties. Now, due to security reasons and repression by the government, they're being forced to stay in their homes. |
When US troops entered Iraq, we thought it would be a great opportunity for Iraqi women to begin having their voices heard. But we were wrong ? the opposite has happened, and we're losing ground by the day. |
When we tell the government we need more representation in parliament, they respond by telling us that, if well-qualified women appear one day, they won't be turned down. Then they laugh at us. |