Uploaded July 2022 | Updated September 2026, 21 hours ago

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History in the Middle East runs deep, and the variety of cultures, ethnicities and languages is vast. Islam is the dominant religion, but it means different things to different people in different places. The roles of women are constantly changing, and women are now competing with men across a range of societal spheres. Perspectives on the Middle East will offer an introduction to all of these themes and to the broader heritage of the region. Participants will gain a greater understanding of the cultural and political complexities of the region as well as some encouraging developments.