we are not numbers

emerging writers from Palestine tell their stories and advocate for their human rights

Tag: hijab

It is difficult for anyone to go against social and religious norms, and an important lesson in life is when and how.
The hijab, or women's headscarf, has become a powerful symbol of Islam, but is much misunderstood. A few young women from Gaza share their explanations for why they do, or don't, choose to wear it.