Guardianship

‘Incapacitated’ People’s Homes Are Being Sold by Their Guardians With Little Scrutiny

Flipping the homes of people in guardianships is big business in Florida—and advocates and former wards are calling foul.

What the Free Britney Movement Did Next

Armed with an extensive knowledge of the US legal system, Britney fans are now turning their attention to other conservatorship abuse cases.

Saudi Arabia Accused of Giving a Female Robot More Rights Than Women

After Saudi Arabia became the first country in the world to grant a robot citizenship this week, critics were quick to point out that Saudi women are still denied basic rights and dignities under the country's notorious guardianship system.

Thousands of Americans with mental disabilities may be improperly barred from voting

The Saudi Women Fighting Their Country's Sexist 'Guardian' System

Under Saudi Arabia's guardianship system, women are required to have a man sign off on their decisions to travel, work, and even get some medical procedures. We spoke to an activist trying to change that.