Women of all faiths, colors, and communities across the world are invited to wear the hijab for a day on Tuesday, February 1, to celebrate the 10th edition of #WorldHijabDay and show support for Muslim women.
“On this day, sisters in humanity are cordially invited to wear the hijab (headscarf) in support of Muslim women who are being discriminated globally because of their Muslim identity,” organizers wrote in a statement.
“It is an all-inclusive celebration for non-Muslims and non-hijab-wearing Muslims alike to bring a greater level of cultural awareness and understanding, as well as international solidarity.”
Islam sees hijab as an obligatory code of dress, not a religious symbol displaying one’s affiliations.