Saudi women took one small step to equality when they were given the right to vote in municipal elections and be elected to sit on the Shura Council. Even though this is a step in the right direction, Saudi women still have a long way to go until they are treated equally and fairly. Women are still not allowed to drive or leave the country without a male member of their family.

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