The Kurdish Women’s Movement:

The Kurdish women’s movement is at the heart of one of the most exciting revolutionary experiments in the world today: Rojava. Forged over decades of struggle, most recently in the fight against ISIS, Rojava embodies a radical commitment to ecology, democracy and women’s liberation. But while striking images of Kurdish women in military fatigues proliferate, a true understanding of the women’s movement remains elusive.

In this discussion, Dilar Dirik and chair Elif Sarican will draw upon Dilar’s new book The Kurdish Women’s Movement: History, Theory, Practice and discuss:

• What is the ‘Kurdish Women’s Movement’, what are they defending and what are they fighting against?
• Why can radicals learn from this movement?
• How can people engage with this struggle?

As well as the discussion, there will be also be a Q&A section where you can put forward your questions to the panellists.

For further details and to book your spot, please click on the link below.