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Posts Tagged ‘women’s day’

In Oakland, panelists discuss challenges for Muslim women in America

By Sophie Michielse | March 15, 2013 | 5
A group of American Muslim women discuss their cultural challenges living in America at the Oakland City Hall.

Several speakers discussed the significance of the September 11 attacks on the way Muslims are perceived in America. “Before 9/11 we were an invisible minority, quite a silent group,” said Sundas. “9/11 created much fear for Muslims.”

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