Italy: Female Muslims to discuss their rights on Women's Day

Greeks in general are not bothered by a young woman wearing a headscarf, but they will turn to look, as Muslim women soon discover.

 

Muslim headscarf draws often unwanted attention in Greece

 

Despite isolated nasty incidents, many young women will not give up hijab

Welcome to the seminar: Women for dialogue and peace

4 April 2008, Sigtuna folkhögskola

After 9/11, the global picture of Islam as a religion of peace has been questioned. Media’s portrayal of Muslims as a terrorist group has affected negatively young Muslims self-image. Many Europeans including Muslims are confused and continue to lack essential skills in responding effectively to the global problem. European Forum of Muslim Women and the Society of Muslim Women in Sweden argue that the perception of Muslims as a violent group is distorted and unjust and that Islam is a religion of peace. In addition, women’s role in promoting dialogue and change of the negative spiral is highly significant.

The European Forum of Muslim Women

Activities Program 2008

European Year of Intercultural Dialogue 2008