| ID | 161356 |
| Title Proper | Bride kidnapping in post-Soviet Eurasia |
| Other Title Information | a roundtable discussion |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Werner, Cynthia |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Throughout Eurasia, bride kidnapping continues to be a fairly common way to get married. The practice is becoming increasingly controversial. Some local actors argue the practice is a cultural tradition, while others question its acceptability, particularly when a woman is forced to marry against her will. Many scholars, journalists and non-governmental organization workers view non-consensual variations of bride kidnapping as a form of gender-based violence. In October 2016, an interdisciplinary group of scholars gathered at the annual Central Eurasia Studies Society conference to assess existing scholarship on bride kidnapping in post-Soviet Eurasia. Using an innovative format, this paper offers an edited transcript of that roundtable discussion. The roundtable format provides readers an opportunity to see a diverse range of perspectives and opinions in response to several questions about bride kidnapping. This paper provides a thorough introduction to key issues surrounding bride kidnapping and offers suggestions for areas that need further exploration. |
| `In' analytical Note | Central Asian Survey Vol. 37, No.4; Dec 2018: p.582-601 |
| Journal Source | Central Asian Survey Vol: 37 No 4 |
| Key Words | Central Asia ; Caucasus ; Women ; Gender ; Marriage ; Patriarchy ; Bride Kidnapping |