by Syarif Hidayat
The Police in Great Britain, a Christian majority country since around four years ago have allowed Muslim women members wearing hijab while at work, while the Police in Indonesia, a Muslim majority country have not allowed women members wearing Muslim dress (hijab or headscarves) yet until now.
British Police should be praised for incorporating the hijab into their uniform. It is noteworthy that while some “Muslim” countries including Indonesia are often resistant to giving women their rights, Britain in this case is one step ahead of them.
Since January 31, 2009, British Police have opened the door to female Muslim recruits by incorporating the hijab into the uniform. The force has become the latest to approve a design for a headscarf suitable for officers on patrol.Senior officers believe the lack of the option has deterred applications from the considerable number of Muslim women who choose to wear the hijab.
View full article ...Since January 31, 2009, British Police have opened the door to female Muslim recruits by incorporating the hijab into the uniform. The force has become the latest to approve a design for a headscarf suitable for officers on patrol.Senior officers believe the lack of the option has deterred applications from the considerable number of Muslim women who choose to wear the hijab.
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