About
Fatema Mernissi was a highly influential Moroccan feminist writer and sociologist. Her work explored the intersection of gender, Islam, and power dynamics in Arab societies. Mernissi challenged traditional interpretations of Islamic texts and advocated for women's rights and empowerment. She is remembered for her significant contributions to feminist thought and her commitment to social justice.
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Career Timeline
1975D$0.01M
*Beyond the Veil*
Published key work.
1985C▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Teaches at University
Lectured at the Faculty of Letters.
1988C$0.2M+$0.1M
*Islam and Democracy*
Publishes essay collection.
1991C$0.3M+$0.09999999999999998M
*The Veil and...
Published autobiography.
2000C$0.5M+$0.2M
Wins Ibn Rushd Prize
Gets prize for freedom of thought.
2015C$1M+$0.5M
Death
Death.
2026C$1M
Feminist Legacy
Her work still influences feminist scholarship.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026