Kurdish Women's Movement

The Kurdish Women's Movement is a social and political movement advocating for the rights, equality, and empowerment of Kurdish women. It emerged in response to gender-based discrimination, violence, and Kurdish cultural suppression, seeking to challenge patriarchal norms and promote gender justice within Kurdish society and beyond. The movement is closely linked to broader Kurdish struggles for cultural recognition, political autonomy, and self-determination. Kurdish women have played a prominent role in armed resistance, social activism, and political leadership, emphasizing issues like women’s security, education, and participation in decision-making processes.