When Honor Turns Deadly: Instagram Reactions to Family Femicide in the Arab Society

  • Ella Ben-Atar
  • , Shirley Druker Shitrit
  • , Smadar Ben-Asher

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Abstract

This study examines Instagram responses to the TV series Fadia, which highlights femicide in the Arab society under the guise of “family honor.” The series and the subsequent Instagram discussions reveal emerging views on women's rights, education, and traditional roles, providing a unique insight into the clash between patriarchal norms and modern values. By analyzing spontaneous comments, the study captures new grassroots opinions, including internal critiques of the Arab society and calls for social change. This protected online discourse allows Arab women and men to explore sensitive issues like femicide and honor-based violence without fear of personal exposure.

Original languageEnglish
Article number10778012251362218
JournalViolence Against Women
Early online date7 Aug 2025
DOIs
StateE-pub ahead of print - 7 Aug 2025

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UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 5 - Gender Equality
    SDG 5 Gender Equality
  2. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

  • Arab society
  • Instagram
  • femicide
  • honor-based violence
  • patriarchy

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