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Access to Justice in Urban Slums: A Survey of Vulnerable Populations in Egypt 2008

Nora Ashraf, Helwan University Rania Abdel-Hafez, Department of Research, Helwan University Wael Al-Fayoumi, Department of Advanced Studies, Ain Shams University Ahmed El-Gamal, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Helwan University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18881740
Published: June 4, 2008

Abstract

Urban slums in Egypt often face significant challenges accessing justice due to socio-economic disparities. A mixed-method survey approach including structured questionnaires and focus group discussions with residents and local legal aid organizations. Residents reported frequent delays in court proceedings and inadequate government support services, particularly affecting women and children. Despite limited resources, there is a growing demand for accessible justice solutions tailored to urban slum populations. Development of targeted legal education programmes and partnerships between NGOs and governmental bodies are recommended.

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Nora Ashraf, Rania Abdel-Hafez, Wael Al-Fayoumi, Ahmed El-Gamal (2008). Access to Justice in Urban Slums: A Survey of Vulnerable Populations in Egypt 2008. African Administrative Law (Law/Governance/Public Admin crossover), Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18881740

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UrbanizationSlumsLegal PluralismParticipatory ResearchSocio-Legal StudiesCommunity EmpowermentIntersectionality

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