As an average Arab young woman, I have undergone sexist indoctrination from a very early age. My childhood memories were filled with the widely common gender stereotypes; from given dolls as gifts, to being called a “doll” by adults, who complimented my parents about my looks. While there were clear forms of gender discrimination, I was too busy living my childhood to the fullest, and it was not until I hit puberty that things began to change. Just like my body grew, my critical thinking skills developed, and I noticed a significant difference in treatment between genders. Adults who would adv…

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