Somalia is ranked as one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a woman according to Ilwad Mahamuud Ali from Elman Peace and Human Rights Center. "Women are extremely marginalised and neglected and they are not part of the decision-making process" she remarked calling for peace.
Women Count for Peace
- 18 September 2012
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