Gender Barricading: Israel Gynecology Conference Bars Women Speakers - International Business Times
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In a new twist to the already growing gender bias in Israeli society, women experts have been prohibited from speaking at a gynecology conference in Israel.
According to a Globe and Mail report, major topics for the conference include “ovary implants,” “how to choose a suitable contraceptive pill,” “dietary supplements for pregnant and nursing women” and “intimacy during rocket attacks.”
Though Israel has many qualified female experts on the subjects, they will not be allowed to speak at the Puah gathering. Women will only be allowed to participate in the conference as part of the audience in a section separated by dividers.
The Puah Institute follows strict kosher laws as required by the ultra-Orthodox rabbinate and women speakers are excluded from the event in order to ensure the participation of “Haredi” orthodox men and women in the conference.