From Hibaaq's Blog: The Night Belongs To Egypt

In our work at Karama, we have always upheld that movements are first and foremost about the will of the people. Without them, there is no movement, no momentum, and certainly no potential for revolution—the great sweeping changes we require to make a lasting, sustainable impact. We’ve tried to engage community members in the mechanisms to target violence and discrimination against women with the understanding that societies and countries are made up of thousands of individuals with shared needs, concerns, and priorities, with unique and powerful voices that are required to build the infrastructure upon which change can take place.

In Tahrir Square yesterday, on the 17th day of gathering, thousands waited for a rumored speech that would include Mubarak’s resignation. The spirit of the people in the square was one of celebration and euphoria, of victory, of restored hope, and of relief that after long, exhausting days, several of which included situations of danger and violence, they would see their demands met and voices heard. Their reasons were many, but their main request was simple and singular: Mubarak and his regime must go.

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