Evidence shows that polygamy can be harmful to husbands, wives, and children who are involved in such relationships, as they strain individuals, families, and households, and can contribute to violence within the home and in society. This policy brief shows why monogamy is the preferred form of marriage, why the laws can be changed, where reform has occurred, and how we can ensure equality and justice.
‘Policy Brief 3: Ending Polygamy in Muslim Marriages’ outlines the case for ending polygamy in Muslim marriages, instead advocating for monogamy as laid out in the Qur’an. Evidence shows that polygamy can be harmful to husbands, wives, and children who are involved in such relationships, as they strain individuals, families, and households, and can contribute […]
‘Policy Brief 1: Why Muslim Family Law Reform? Why Now?’ outlines 10 fundamental facts to make the case for the reform of Muslim Family Laws, especially since resistance to reform is based on religious justifications. Many contemporary Muslim family laws continue to be based on classical fiqh rulings and outdated gender norms, and they reflect […]