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Fundamentalism Quote by Deeyah Khan

“While religious fundamentalism is treated as a serious social problem because it has the potential to lead to rare but devastating acts of terrorism against the public, with a variety of programmes and interventions to address it, everyday violence against women occurring in the name of…” quote by Deeyah Khan
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“While religious fundamentalism is treated as a serious social problem because it has the potential to lead to rare but devastating acts of terrorism against the public, with a variety of programmes and interventions to address it, everyday violence against women occurring in the name of fundamentalism has long been neglected.”

Deeyah Khan

About This Quote

Source Documentary: The Devil We Know, 2018

Fundamentalist ideology is highlighted for terrorism, yet routine gender violence justified by the same beliefs is ignored.

In simple terms: Terrorism gets attention, everyday abuse does not.

Key Takeaway

Address hidden gender violence.

Themes

gender violence fundamentalism social justice media bias human rights

Mood

concerned determined

Type

activist analytical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • activist campaigns
  • educational curricula
  • media reporting

Key Concepts

Patriarchy extremism intersectionality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies balance counter‑terrorism with gender‑based violence prevention?
  • What mechanisms reveal hidden abuses?
A Different Perspective

Neglect may stem from cultural taboos and lack of data.

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