Asia Compact | 24.11.2011, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 24.11.2011 | 19:00 UTC   Asia Women Challenges in the workplace: working women in Pakistan Pakistan is experiencing a rapid increase in the number of women joining its workforce. But the country is grappling with physical, psychological and sexual harassment of women in the workplace. Women India's dying mothers A poor health care system and lack of education is severely crippling India's struggle in reducing maternal mortality. Resorting to traditional methods might give a hope of rescuing at least some victims. Women The abortion debate: A woman's right to choose Steel coat hangers and opium sticks are the last resort for most women in Pakistan who want to do away with an unwanted pregnancy. Abortions are illegal in the Islamic Republic, affecting several desperate women. Women Women at work: breaking social barriers in Afghanistan Just until a few years ago, Zulfia did not have any option other than giving up her studies and staying at home in Kabul. Now, with the help of NAZO, a German organization she teaches young women to become independent. More DW Coming home You only miss it, when it's gone. Your homeland. But what is it? Is it a country? A feeling? Watch our series "Coming Home" and tell us what you associate with your homeland.   Unsubscribe Personal Data Feedback Imprint   © 2011