VOICED: Who needs men? A new social trend for Egyptian women

The video explores a women-only cafe in Cairo where Aisha, a 30-year-old woman, finds a space to relax away from male judgment. The cafe, created to meet a demand and align with Islamic values, is part of a trend among Egypt's middle-class women seeking a stricter form of Islam with roots in Saudi Arabia. While some see this as a constraint based on misinterpreted religious beliefs, others view it as a personal choice. As summer approaches, these women plan to visit women-only beaches, highlighting their desire for freedom and personal expression.

What is the primary reason Aisha visits the women-only cafe?

• To meet new people

• To escape the judgmental eyes of men

• To work on her business

• To learn new skills

What motivated the creation of the women-only cafe?

• A need for a new business venture

• A demand for spaces conforming to Islamic principles

• A desire to promote Western culture

• A government initiative

What trend is the women-only cafe a part of?

• A move towards Westernization

• A stricter form of Islam among middle-class women

• An increase in co-ed social spaces

• A decline in religious practices

How do some women view the constraint of being away from men?

• As a necessary cultural practice

• As a personal choice

• As a government mandate

• As a falsely interpreted religious constraint

What new destination is mentioned for women during the summer holidays?

• Cultural heritage sites

• Desert resorts

• Women-only beaches

• Mixed-gender beaches