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Understanding Sharia Processes: Women's Experiences of Family Disputes

Understanding Sharia Processes: Women's Experiences of Family Disputes

Author: Farrah Ahmed; Ghena Krayem
Publisher: Hart Publishing
ISBN: 9781509920730
Published In: July 2021
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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The question of whether liberal states such as the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States and Australia should recognise sharia family law processes has attracted increasing debate and controversy in recent years. While the reasons for opposition to sharia processes are complex, they often feature the concern that sharia processes disadvantage Muslim women. However, to date there has been inadequate attention to the experiences of participants in sharia processes.

The book will address two key questions namely; how liberal legal systems like Australia’s should respond to sharia processes, and more specifically; how it can best respond to the needs of Muslim women who use these processes. In doing so, this book offers unique evidence to inform future policy developments in Australia that will also have implications for other liberal jurisdictions. In this way, this book makes a significant contribution to the international discussion and response to sharia processes.

1. Introduction

I. Concerns about Sharia Processes

II. Why Sharia Processes Exist

III. The Importance of Women's Experiences

IV. Methodology

V. Significance and Outline

2. People, Procedures and Practices

I. Introduction

II. British Institutions and Processes

A. Key Organisations, Procedures and Practices

III. Canadian Institutions and Processes

A. Key Organisations

B. Procedures and Practices

IV. Australian Institutions and Processes

A. Key Organisations, Procedures and Practices

V. Conclusion

3. Women's Perspectives and Experiences

I. Introduction

II. Before Sharia Processes

A. Family

B. Professionals and Community Workers

III. Reasons for Seeking a Religious Divorce

A. Spiritual Motivations

B. Ending Emotional Exploitation

C. Closure and 'Moving On'

D. Avoiding Stigma

IV. Women's Experiences of Sharia Processes

A. Emphasis on Reconciliation

B. A Lack of Skills and Training

C. A Lack of Transparency

D. Responding to Domestic Violence

E. Acknowledgement of Injustice

F. Gender Imbalance on Panels

G. Re-traumatisation, Privacy and Forum-shopping

H. Impact on Faith

V. Conclusion

4. Imams' Roles and Perspectives

I. Introduction

II. Imams' Understanding of their Role in Reconciliation

III. Imams' Understanding of their Role in Divorce

A. Role as Service-Providers and Advocates for Women

B. Backlash for Carrying Out Roles in Divorce Proceedings

IV. Responding to the Concerns of Women and Professionals

A. The Need for Training and Resources

B. Responding to Domestic Violence

C. Gender Imbalance in Sharia Processes

V. Conclusion

5. Outcomes of Sharia Processes

I. Introduction

II. Divorce Outcomes

A. Summary of the Types of Islamic Divorce

B. Divorce Outcomes from Sharia Processes

III. Financial Outcomes

A. Imams' Limited Advisory Role in Financial Matters

IV. Child Custody

V. Conclusion

6. Evolution and Change

I. Improving Sharia Processes

A. Pre-marriage Briefing and Counselling

B. Rethinking Marriage Contracts and Delegated Divorce Rights – Talaq Tafweedh

C. Financial Agreements

D. The Initial Stages of Sharia Processes

E. Women on Panels

F. Professionals on Panels

G. Education and Transparency about Divorce Options and Financial Entitlements

H. Clearer Processes and Procedures

I. Acknowledgement and Response to Injustice, Abuse and Harm

J. Domestic Violence

K. Referral and Integration of Support Services

L. Sensitivity to Cultural and Linguistic Diversity

M. Support and Resources for Religious Divorce

N. Enhanced Role for Muslim Women's Organisations

O. Tracking the Australian Legal System

II. Improving the Family Law System

A. Better Enforcement of Orders against Former Partners

B. Better Tailored Legal Aid

C. Enhancing the Cultural Sensitivity of Mainstream Services

D. Legal Recognition of the Mahr

E. A Muslim Family Relationship Centre/Service: A One Stop Shop for Muslim Families

III. Conclusion

7. Conclusion

Appendix A: Methodology and Project Phases

Appendix B: Board of Imams Victoria Marriage Contract

Appendix C: Board of Imams Victoria Islamic Mediation/Reconciliation Application

Appendix D: Board of Imams Islamic Divorce Application

Appendix E: Lebanese Muslim Association Application

Appendix F: Summary of Key Sunni Positions on Islamic Divorce

Appendix G: Qatari Family Law Code

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