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Apr
7

Dubai is rapidly becoming one of the most popular destinations in the Middle East, and a booming economic centre in the Gulf. But some of those who've come to live in the emirate have become victims of domestic violence, and found few places to turn to for help. Now one woman has founded a shelter for abused women, turning Dubai into a "City of Hope". Nov 10, 2007. 3:21 min. Aljazeera TV production.
Over the past years many European countries, including Denmark, have seen a sharp increase in the number of Nigerian women involved in prostitution. The overwhelming majority of these women are victims of human trafficking. Many arrive in Europe following a horrifying journey across the African continent. Once arrived at their destination, the traffickers present each of the women with a fictitious bill of € 60 000, payable at once. (shooting location: Denmark, Nigeria). Filmmaker / director, Anja Dalhoff

Mar
19

Domestic abuse in Afghanistan is on the rise. Due to this women are needed in the Afghan police force.Women have experienced more freedom since the Taliban was overthrown in Afghanistan, but some still face abuse from men unwilling to accomodate change. Zeina Khodr follows the story of one woman in Kandahar who, despite regular death threats, is dedicated to working as a policewoman to protect women's rights in Afghanistan. 2:24 min -Feb 8, 2008 Aljazeera TV production.