"Veiled Voices" Film Screening and Discussion with the film director

A film screening of "Veiled Voices" will be presented on Wednesday, March 20 at 6:00 pm in Eben Holden followed by a discussion (questions/answers session) with the film director Dr. Brigid Maher.

Women across the Arab world are redefining their role as leaders in Islam. Veiled Voices investigates the world of Muslim women religious leaders through the eyes of three women in Lebanon, Syria and Egypt. Filmed over the course of two years, Veiled Voices reveals a world rarely documented, exploring both the public and private worlds of these women. The stories featured in the film give insight into how Muslim women are now increasingly willing to challenge the status quo from within their religion, promoting Islam as a powerful force for positive transformation in the world. Each triumphs over difficult challenges as they carve out a space to lead—both in Islam and in their communities.

Refreshment will be served.