The repatriation, prosecution and supervision of people who went to Syria during the civil war, and have since returned to the Netherlands, has cost the government many millions of euros. The exact amounts are not yet clear, according to a letter sent to the Tweede Kamer by Justice and Security Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz and Legal Protection Minister Franc Weerwind.
The last day of a national Catholic gathering in Chicago for culturally diverse ministry leaders and young adults started with a prayer service that included African worship music and prayers in multiple languages, including some from Africa and the Middle East.
The energy of the participants gathered at the Alive in Christ: Young, Diverse, Prophetic Voices Journeying Together event was evident.
The conversations centered on the next steps in the multiyear process and how ministry leaders ca
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Barriers to womenâs political participation have long existed in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Conflict, gender-based violence, disempowerment, and restrictive laws all represent continued challenges that women face throughout the region. Pro-democracy protests have been sweeping across MENA for over a decade, leaving the countries of the region with no choice but to re-evaluate the place of women in their societies. Women who were at the forefront of demonstrations also deserved to be at the forefront of politics. Across the MENA region, the National Democratic Institute (NDI) implements programs to address these challenges and the gender imbalances prevalent throughout society by advancing womenâs rights and empowering women to participate in politics. In honor of Womenâs History Month, NDI is highlighting the achievements of women and celebrating the contributions they have made to history, culture, and society.Â