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This article covers the history and current status of various styles of head coverings worn by Muslim women around the world, such as hijab, niqab, burqa, etc. It does not mention any country in Asia that has banned hijab, but lists several countries in Europe and Africa that have banned face-covering clothing.
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is the ritual cutting or removal of some or all of the vulva for non-medical reasons. It is a harmful practice that affects millions of girls and women worldwide, especially in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, and has serious health and human rights implications.
A burkini covers the whole body except the face, the hands, and the feet, while being light enough for swimming. It was originally designed by Aheda Zanetti, a Muslim Australian, in response to the lack of sportswear for Muslim girls and women and the 2005 Cronulla riots.
Learn about the Quran, ḥadīth, and other sources of law that shape the status and experiences of Muslim women in different societies and cultures. Explore the gender roles, rights, and challenges of women in Islam, as well as the historical and contemporary debates and controversies.
A burqa or chadri is a full-body and face covering garment worn by some Muslim women. Learn about its origins, variations, religious significance and legal status in different countries.
The term 'awrah or 'awrat means "nakedness" or "defectiveness" in Arabic and refers to the parts of the body that must be covered by clothing according to Islamic law. The 'awrah of a man is the area between the navel and the knees, and the 'awrah of a woman is the entire body except the face, hand; exposing the 'awrah is against Islamic law.
Afghan Girl is a 1984 photograph of Sharbat Gula, an Afghan refugee in Pakistan, taken by National Geographic photographer Steve McCurry. The image became iconic and controversial, and led to the identification and reunion of Gula with McCurry in 2002.
On April 4, 2020, Al-Khatahtbeh announced her candidacy in the race to represent New Jersey's 6th congressional district, becoming the first Muslim woman in New Jersey to run for federal office. In the Democratic primary election, her opponents were the 16-term incumbent, Frank Pallone , and attorney Russ Cirincione .