I never wanted to be onboard those flights without a return ticket. Even after so many years of tasting the bitterness of life in our country, I still hate being on a plane that does not intend to return its passengers.
Corruption often comes as a result of economic, social and political crises in a country. It can appear when the state becomes embroiled in domestic civil wars, conflicts in foreign lands or when the country is plagued by sectarian and religious issues.
My country is heading towards increased instability. Corruption, political rivalries and nepotism are increasing and the Iraqi government lacks the most basic elements of a democracy.
There are many examples of past youth activism that show that Moroccan youth are at the forefront when it comes to demanding justice, dignity and an end to corruption.
Political awareness is not raw material and is not transmitted by blood… it is usually awakened by an experience in everyday life.
There is much value to actively participating in building society and preparing for the next generation.
Perhaps the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of the word Collectiva is the progress of taking small steps.
We at Sharq.Org initiated a transnational women-led collective in 2022. It was a bold undertaking. While our first Collectiva included women from one country focused on one topic, Collectiva Shamila brought together women, men and non-binary people in different Arab region countries…