Sara Hossain

Why Is Sara Hossain Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Sara Hossain is a leading Bangladeshi lawyer. She is a barrister in the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. Hossain is the honorary executive director of the Bangladesh Legal Aid and Services Trust , a major legal aid provider. Hossain has been at the forefront of advocating for women's rights in Bangladeshi courts and played a key role in drafting legal reforms to protect women. She was the plaintiff's lawyer in the landmark case of Bangladesh National Women Lawyers Association v. Bangladesh, in which the Supreme Court supported the judicial practice of referring to international human rights law in the absence of domestic legislation. She is known for her role in challenging fatwa violence when a fatwa is issued to mete out punishment to women and girls. Hossain co-edited Honour': Crimes, Paradigms and Violence Against Women with Lynn Welchman.

Other Resources About Sara Hossain

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Sara Hossain?

Sara Hossain is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of Oxford