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July 15, 2026International Journal of Social Research MethodologyOpen Access

Social research with women in Saudi Arabia: methodological challenges and insights from an insider perspective

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NBNouf bamuhairRGRichard GiulianottiCMCarolynne Mason

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Overview

Qualitative research reveals challenges and insights in Saudi women’s experiences, suggesting culturally grounded practices.

Key Points

  • The study aims to explore the methodological challenges and insights from conducting qualitative research with Saudi women.
  • Conducted interviews with Saudi women from various backgrounds in Jeddah and Riyadh.
  • Reflected on the researcher's insider/outsider dynamics and its influence on access and data interpretation.
  • Critiqued Western-centric methodological models and proposed context-sensitive practices.
  • Highlighted the impact of gendered norms and class-based barriers on research access and data collection.
  • Demonstrated the role of researcher reflexivity in addressing privacy concerns and navigating social constraints.
  • Emphasized the importance of non-Western perspectives in enhancing methodologies in under-researched contexts.

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bamuhair et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a57234488b21df8754800c7https://doi.org/10.1080/13645579.2026.2699874
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