Claiming Equal Citizenship

Can anyone tell me what will happen to my two year-old child when his visa won’t be renewed? Can anyone feel the mother’s pain here?

Continue Reading | Posted by christina on August 25th, 2006

“When an Arab State sees that another has reformed its nationality law for example, it is immediately encouraged to do the same. Thus, it is a great opportunity to discuss obstacles and challenges with regional partners, draw attention to common issues and possible course of action, as well as being informed on relevant changes and solutions adopted in other countries, such as Algeria, Egypt, and Morocco.” In an interview with WLP, Wajeeha Al Baharna, President of the Bahrain Women’s Society (BWS), discusses the goals and strategy of the Bahrain campaign for women’s nationality rights.

Continue Reading | Posted by christina on August 25th, 2006

“The children of Bahraini mothers or fathers should have the right to Bahraini citizenship. It would be a violation of the Constitution if they are denied citizenship and Bahraini passports.” - Amira Isa, a member of the Bahrain campaign team

Continue Reading | Posted by christina on August 25th, 2006

At a May 2006 event in Bahrain, children drew pictures to express their feelings and experiences of what it means to them not to have the nationality of the country where they live.

Continue Reading | Posted by christina on August 24th, 2006

أنا لا أريد سوى تأمين الأفضل لإنعام، لكني غير متأكدة من كيفية إعطائها ذلك

Continue Reading | Posted by marion on August 18th, 2006

Statistics show there are about 1,782 children of Bahraini women who are regarded as foreigners in Bahrain, she said. “These children don’t get such rights like education, health care and ownership of land. “In order to make sure they are given what they deserve, we need the support from the country’s societies to stand together in this campaign,” said Dr. Wajeeha Al Baharna, President of Bahrain Women’s Society.

Continue Reading | Posted by christina on August 15th, 2006