Description: For 300 years, men sang Shah Latif's poetry about women's struggles. Now women are singing it themselves. A look at how women are reclaiming their voices through Sufi poetry.
Women reclaim 300 years of Shah Latif legacy, breaking cultural barriers
Women are finding their voices by singing Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai poetry, highlighting women’s struggles through centuries-old Sufi traditions.
By Simran Siraj
May 8, 2026
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