No symbol is so linked to Muslim women as that of “the veil.” Whether a simple headscarf or a head-to-toe cover such as the chaddor or burka, Muslim women’s covered dress has meaning for many far ...

The hijab may soon be banned from all sports competitions in France, as the lower house of parliament is due to vote on a ...

For women, this means covering the hair and body ... Sexual expression is viewed as an individual choice. Thus, the Muslim veils and gender restrictions are viewed as gender oppression.

For Muslim women in Lagos, Nigeria, however, a veil is not only a sign of faith, but a fashion statement. “In the West I think we’ve really developed a finite, limited view...when the practice ...

Miriam and Tua, two young Muslim women who grew up in Germany. They tell their very personal stories.

The drama in The Veil hinges on trying to figure her out, but the show doesn’t give enough context for her ever to become scrutable, ultimately reaffirming the idea of Muslim women as needing to ...

more assertive and visible Muslim population, and the ensuing issues focusing on women such as the hijaab and niqaab (veil). As a corollary to this, gender issues are central in the discussions of ...

The Quebec government is putting forward a bill that would prohibit students from having their faces covered at school.The legislation, if passed, would mean Muslim girls who wear a full face veil ...