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    Sophia Jones

    Sophia Jones

    Sophia Jones is a senior editor and journalist with the Fuller Project, a journalism nonprofit reporting on global issues impacting women. To learn more about their work visit fullerproject.org.

    Latest articles by Sophia Jones

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    No procedure exists that can prove virginity, yet dangerously unscientific virginity tests occur regularly—even in the United States. Marie Claire, in partnership with the Fuller Project, investigates the controversial exams and the gray area surrounding them that endangers both patients and medical professionals.

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      The sham exams are impacting women everywhere. Here, which countries are making positive strides and which countries are ignoring women's and girls' human rights.

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      In Afghanistan, Women Are Winning the Fight Against Virginity Testing

      Women in the country have long been subjected to unnecessary and dangerous hymen exams. A new ruling this month brings them one step closer to ridding themselves of the sham procedure for good.

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      The Truth About The Wives of ISIS

      Now that the Islamic State has lost its militant grip on Iraq, what will become of the women being punished for their husbands' crimes?

      By Sophia Jones

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