IAM supporting a call for the ban on women driving in Saudi Arabia to be lifted
I can't imagine living in a country that forbids all women from driving. I have recently read an appeal from the IAM that seeks to lift such a ban on driving for women in Saudi Arabia. "Women drivers in Saudi Arabia should be given the freedom to drive", say the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). You can read the post found on IAM's news archive section of their website here.
It sounds too farfetched in this day and age, but women in Saudi Arabia face arrest, imprisonment, and even flogging if they are caught driving. Saudi Arabia is the only country in the world that prohibits women from driving and although there is no official written law, women's rights in Saudi Arabia are defined by Islam and tribal customs. As licenses are not issued to women, it makes it effectively illegal for women to drive. One outrageous reason given for the ban is the fear that driving could lead women to enjoy more freedom, leading to promiscuity and thus creating a catalyst towards the weakening of traditional values.
After reading the article, I've realised that I'd taken for granted the fact that I have the freedom to get behind the wheel of a car, truck, van, and even a motorcycle whenever I choose. The IAM is urging everyone to sign the petition calling for an end to the ban and to visit saudiwomendriving.blogspot.co.uk and express their support as part of International Women’s Day celebrations. Please take a moment to click on the links to read more about how you can help.
It sounds too farfetched in this day and age, but women in Saudi Arabia face arrest, imprisonment, and even flogging if they are caught driving. Saudi Arabia is the only country in the world that prohibits women from driving and although there is no official written law, women's rights in Saudi Arabia are defined by Islam and tribal customs. As licenses are not issued to women, it makes it effectively illegal for women to drive. One outrageous reason given for the ban is the fear that driving could lead women to enjoy more freedom, leading to promiscuity and thus creating a catalyst towards the weakening of traditional values.
After reading the article, I've realised that I'd taken for granted the fact that I have the freedom to get behind the wheel of a car, truck, van, and even a motorcycle whenever I choose. The IAM is urging everyone to sign the petition calling for an end to the ban and to visit saudiwomendriving.blogspot.co.uk and express their support as part of International Women’s Day celebrations. Please take a moment to click on the links to read more about how you can help.
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