In a man’s world

This article is part of Executive’s special report on women in the workplace. Read more stories as they’re published here, or pick up March’s issue at newsstands in Lebanon. Najwa Layan — Police officer Journey and motivation  Ever since she was a child, Najwa Layan has been attracted to military life. She says that three years ago she heard there was a call for women to join the Internal Security Forces, so she applied. There were specific criteria for entering, and she met them all. Others’ perceptions Layan notes that her entire family supported her decision, telling her she had a strong personality that would fit perfectly with the job. Her male colleagues have also been extremely supportive, helping her with training in the street and teaching her many things.  Obstacles Layan notes that in the past people were surprised to see a woman working as a police officer in the