Women in Islamist Terrorism in Pakistan

Abstract

Women have been playing roles in different capacities while being part of terrorist organizations across the world. This study points out the current trends of women’s involvement while analysing different roles they play in perpetrating acts of terrorism. The cases discussed in this article were selected to provide an insight into women and terrorism in Pakistan. Examining such roles would allow researchers and policy makers to devise strategies and formulate guidelines for a counter violent extremist framework.