Project Details
Abstract
This socio-legal empirical research project seeks to undertake a gendered empirical study of marriage formation and dissolution in Qatar, in order to propose evidence-based reform in family law and practice. This project shall contribute towards the realization of Social Development Pillar of Qatar Vision 2030, in seeking to preserve the institution of the family. The empowerment of women is key to retaining strong families, in particular enabling their input within key processes, such as marriage and divorce. This study seeks to ascertain what particular social, cultural, legal, financial and other challenges women face in legally marrying and legally divorcing, and their views on the effectiveness of legal and quasi-legal processes they are required to adhere to. The primary aim of this study is to analyze the effectiveness of Qatar’s marriage and divorce framework in light of the lived realities and contextual experiences of women in Qatar who are utilizing the Qatari legal system…
Submitting Institute Name
De Montfort University
| Sponsor's Award Number | OSRA4-0312-19007 |
|---|---|
| Proposal ID | EX-QNRF-OSRA-1 |
| Status | Finished |
| Effective start/end date | 1/12/20 → 31/05/23 |
Primary Theme
- Social Progress
Primary Subtheme
- SP - Family Cohesion
Secondary Theme
- Progressive Education
Secondary Subtheme
- PE - Personalized Learning
Keywords
- None
- Family Law, Marriagem Family Policy, Mediation
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