How Can We Empower Oppressed Women To Help Themselves?

In some cultures, marriage means a man's ownership of a woman's body. This belief leads to culturally accepted abuse of women, often under the guise of religion, and when abuse of women becomes an accepted part of a culture, it is difficult for women to break free of a cycle of bondage. Today, two women share their work within the Muslim community that that has helped break down barriers and provide solutions for women seeking relief from domestic violence, sexual abuse and family abandonment. Sister Claudette Muhammad, author of the book Memories, shares the wisdom she acquired through her extensive life experience. Sister Khadijah Dawah discusses her work in providing homes for homeless Muslim women.