Alternative Families

One of the biggest contraversies in Europe and the United States pertaining to family is the same sex marriage. Discuss how same-sex marraige is tied to the intimacy revolution. What alternative family forms do we find in Kuwait. Try to imagine and describe how a same sex marriage debate would be discussed and dealt with in Kuwait.

Medical Technologies

Examine infertility and assisted reproduction in Kuwait. Why are there so many fertility clinics? What consequence does infertility have on the Kuwaiti family? What are the pressures on women? Are Kuwaitis shopping for families or are traditional concerns exagerated by medical professionals who are willing to capitalize on fears?

Mobile Technologies

How have mobile and internet communication technologies changed the way we stay in touch with family and friends or develop new forms of intimate relationships in Kuwait?