Ola Mousa
Minia University, EgyptPresentation Title:
Women's Rights, Challenges, and Opportunities: Empowering Women with Disabilities
Abstract
Women with disabilities have the fundamental right to live with dignity, autonomy, and equal opportunities, including the choice to become pregnant and experience motherhood. Despite societal misconceptions and barriers, their reproductive rights must be respected, ensuring access to healthcare, support systems, and accommodations that enable safe and fulfilling pregnancies. Ensuring reproductive justice for women with disabilities requires comprehensive healthcare policies, accessible prenatal and maternal care, and the acknowledgment that every woman, regardless of physical or cognitive challenges, has the right to make informed decisions about her body and future. The intersection of disability and motherhood highlights the need for greater awareness, medical advancements, and supportive environments that foster independence and well-being. By advocating for equal rights, breaking societal biases, and improving healthcare accessibility, we can create a world where women with disabilities feel empowered to embrace motherhood without fear or discrimination. Their experiences and choices deserve recognition, respect, and the necessary resources to navigate pregnancy with confidence and security.
Biography
Ola Mousa is an assistant professor at faculty of nursing, Minia University, with over 25 years of experience in healthcare education and research. She previously served as an associate professor at King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia for more than 10 years (2013–2023). She holds a master’s degree from Ain Shams University and a PhD in maternal and women’s health nursing from Assiut University. Her research focuses on maternity nursing, ethics, women and adolescent health, and mothers of children with special needs. She has played a key role in organizing scientific events and conferences, serving as a resource speaker and contributor. With over 65 publications in prominent journals, including Web of Science and Scopus-indexed journals, she has presented extensively at national and international conferences. Beyond research, she has been an editorial board member and peer reviewer for multiple journals. As an MSN and PhD research advisor, she has guided numerous students in advancing their academic and professional careers in nursing and healthcare sciences.