Women in Egyptian Civil Society

An understanding of women’s participation in civil society in Egypt is important in light of several developing trends. Egypt is currently witnessing some movement in the direction of democratic transformation. Since women constitute half of the population, it is essential to understand the extent of their participation in the organizations of civil society. This is especially true since indicators on women’s political participation in Egypt over the last two decades (both as voters and candidates) indicate a decrease in female candidates and voters.