THE IMPACT OF FEMINISM ON THE ISLAMIC UPBRINGING OF CHILDREN IN BAHRAIN

Abstract

The Bahraini community has deep rooted moral and cultural values developed from their Islamic identity.  The influences of ideologies like feminism pose risks to the sound upbringing of children, and this research was conducted to study these effects. The survey responses reflect the strong connection between the community and adherence to religious values. In the nuclear family structure, children can be equipped with a strong foundation in religion and morals through education and by parents becoming positive role models for them, making them firm against evil influences. Families with separated parents can create a toxic environment for children as shown by studies, especially when the custodial parent limits the access of the non-custodial parent, resulting in lengthy legal battles. Feminism contributes to such scenarios and this necessitates the education of parents to cooperate for the wellbeing of their children. However, women accorded child custody could refuse to respond to such interventions and thus further studies are required to develop methods to aid children in this category.