THE WEIGHT OF PEOPLE’S TALK – How Arab Societies Police Behaviour

In Arab societies, the phrase “Kalam AlNass”, “What Will People Say?”, has shaped generations. From gender roles and marriage to activism and online behavior, social pressure often outweighs religious obligation or personal choice.

In this video, we explore the deep-rooted system of shame and honour that governs social conduct across the Arab world. We break down how People’s Talk is reinforced through family, politics, gender norms, and digital platforms—and how Arab youth are starting to challenge this control.

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References include: UNDP, Arab Barometer, Zahra Ali, Rana Husseini, Laila Abu-Lughod, and WHO reports.

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