Saudi Arabia’s
Government Sanctions Sports in Girls’ Private School
Post by: Addison
Norman
In a
country where women have little rights, things are beginning to turn. Now in
Saudi Arabia women can’t vote, and they aren’t allowed to drive. Also, women can’t
get an education, get married, or leave Saudi Arabia without the permission
from a husband or father. Obviously, there isn’t much gender equality in the
country, but lately that has slightly changed.
The government has recently authorized sports in girls’ private schools.
It is required that when girls participate that they must dress modestly, have
proper gear, and the right places to practice. Some believe that this will
encourage private schools to begin sports programs. Not only are they now
supporting physical education in girls’ private school, but also for the first
time last summer Saudi Arabia let two girls participate in the London Olympics.
I think
this is great that Saudi Arabia is taking steps, even though they are small,
towards equality. I know living in America that there are equal rights between
men and women. It is upsetting that there are still many countries where
everyone isn’t equal. Reading this article I have been reminded of how
fortunate we are to have our rights.
Source: http://www.cnn.com/2013/05/05/world/meast/saudi-arabia-girls-sports/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
These are small steps, but steps in the right direction! Women's rights in the Middle East have been covered by the media recently, and I believe the publicity is one of the reasons they are changing their laws. I'm really grateful for gender equality in America.
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