By Edward Wakefield on Wednesday, 01 February 2023
Category: Awareness and National Days

National Hijab Day 2023

World Hijab Day is observed every year on February 1 to honour Muslim women who wear the hijab. It is also a day to urge women of various origins and beliefs to try on the hijab and see what it is like to wear it. Muslim women maintain their modesty by wearing the hijab. Many also use them to safeguard themselves from male harassment.

There is absolutely heaps of information out there if you would like to find out more! 

Looking for a good place to start? Head to the following sites:

World Hijab Day | Better Awareness Greater Understanding Peaceful World

WORLD HIJAB DAY - February 1, 2023 - National Today

I proudly wear a hijab. Forget the stereotypes – it's a sign of style and strength | Rabina Khan | The Guardian

WORLD HIJAB DAY - February 1 - National Day Calendar