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Posted: March 28, 2025

Take a Stand This Summer: Enroll in ASAN 491I – Women’s Rights in South Asia

Offered this summer, ASAN 491I (601) CRN 93126 – Women’s Rights in South Asia examines the historical and contemporary challenges faced by South Asian women, particularly those who have migrated to Southeast Asia. This course offers students a deep dive into gender-based violence, economic inequality, political participation, and legal mobilization across the region, with a focus on Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.

Fulfills General Education Requirement: DS

Topics include:

  • Gender-based violence and systemic injustice
  • Missed economic opportunities
  • Legal reforms and political mobilization
  • Regional comparisons across South Asia

About the Instructor
Haider Rifaat, MA, is a Pakistani journalist and second-year PhD student in Political Science at UH Mānoa. Born in Fairfax, Virginia and raised in Islamabad, Rifaat brings a unique perspective shaped by his South Asian roots and commitment to advocacy for women and children.

Register today for ASAN 491I (601), CRN 93126
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore key human rights issues through academic and real-world lenses.

For inquiries: haiderr@hawaii.edu or call (808) 807-8756