Jordan tribal leader sparks debate
The news addresses a controversy in Jordan regarding the appointment of former MP Mayada Shreim to lead one of the tribal gatherings (jāhāt). This role is traditionally considered exclusive to men according to tribal customs. Shreim's involvement came after she intervened to resolve a family dispute and provided financial and medical assistance to the parties involved, emphasizing that her actions do not violate tradition and that women can play a reformist role alongside men. Conversely, Sheikh Abdulkerim Salama Al-Huwain confirmed that jāhāt are based on principles and customs that require male leadership, warning that the status of the heads of tribes could decline if this tradition is changed. This has reignited the debate over women's participation in tribal roles in Jordan.
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