Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies

Women's Rights

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About the Program in Women's Rights

The Women's Rights program at the Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies focuses on research and education to promote gender equity, with a special emphasis on issues related to women, peace, and security. By exploring the intersections of women’s rights, conflict resolution, and global policy, the program seeks to advance understanding and drive positive change in humanitarian and human rights contexts.

Current Research

Investigating Fetal Personhood Laws and Pregnancy Criminalization Post-Dobbs

The 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Supreme Court ruling not only revoked federal abortion protections but also catalyzed an expanded discourse on fetal personhood. This paradigm shift has profound implications, particularly regarding the criminalization of pregnancy. Our research aims to understand how fetal personhood statutes influence the frequency and circumstances of pregnancy-related criminalization.

The Women, Peace and Security Agenda in the Middle East

The Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda aims to elevate women's participation in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Despite its inception over two decades ago, women remain marginalized in formal peace processes. This research project delves into the evolving landscape of WPS in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.