Section: Voices
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Rahima Mahmut Q&A: ‘Uyghurs are not defined by their oppression’
The activist and singer on her campaigning work and the power of music in protest
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The French obsession with Muslim swimwear
The latest version of the country’s burkini ban marks the continuing politicisation of how women are viewed by the state.
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From Marvel to Barbie, hijabis are making their mark on the cosplay scene
Drawing inspiration from comic books and movies, a growing number of young Muslim women are pushing modest clothing into the realms of fantasy
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Hiba Noor Khan Q&A: ‘I want to shed light on the forgotten heroes of the past’
The children’s author on the historical inspiration behind her debut novel
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Two years on, the Afghan resettlement has stark lessons to teach the UK about asylum
In 2021, the Taliban regained control of the country, forcing thousands to flee. Now, refugees are left living in squalid accommodation and facing a precarious future
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Mass Ndow-Njie Q&A: ‘You don’t need to talk with a specific accent or have a wealthy family to be a barrister’
The lawyer and charity founder on his mission to diversify the legal profession
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Rabiah Hussain Q&A: ‘I wanted to look at the emotional impact of language’
The writer talks about her new Royal Court play, and how growing up with British bhangra and qawwali influenced her work
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Habeeb Akande Q&A: ‘I’m trying to show people that Islam is a sex-positive religion’
The sex educator and author on combating misinformation and tackling taboos
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Asim Abbasi Q&A: ‘Doors opened up for me in Pakistan because the film and TV industry was growing’
The filmmaker and director talks about ITV’s Muslim comedy horror Count Abdulla
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Sabir Zazai Q&A: ‘The UK government’s Rwanda plan is inhumane, costly and unworkable’
The CEO of the Scottish Refugee Council on the illegal immigration bill and being a welcoming country
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Turmoil in France holds lessons for the UK
Political complacency over growing inequality risks undermining Britain’s model of diversity
