A labor analysis of gender and resistance in the Middle East and North Africa region

Key Points

• Women’s labor is crucial for social reproduction and political mobilization, impacting societal structures significantly.
• The chapter emphasizes the interplay between colonial and capitalist structures and their effects on contemporary gender norms.
• Activism among women workers in Morocco is explored, highlighting their struggles for socioeconomic rights and recognition.
• This analysis helps understand the unique challenges and contributions of women in the Middle East and North Africa region.

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