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Posted by samya on 17 Feb 2017 / 0 Comment
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Bodybuilder Shirin Nobahari is Iran’s first female bodybuilder. Recently, she was arrested for posting “nude pictures” of her training. In this video, she shares her experience while arrested, and the social taboos that surround her in Iran.

These Muslim women aren’t about to let someone harass them or anyone else. They are the creators of “Self Defense Starter Kit”, which teaches women to self-defend themselves if harassed.

Meet Halima Aden, the model representing Muslim women at one of New York Fashion Week’s biggest shows.

Debenhams is set to become the first major UK department store to sell hijabs as part of a new range of Muslim clothing.

Indonesian Muslim designer Anniesa Hasibuan has made the headscarf her trademark — and dazzled New York fashion week’s catwalk this week by styling it with flowing, iridescent gowns fit for a princess.

Muslim couples are defying all stereotypes, and falling in love on Instagram.


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