This edition: The Hijab and the Athlete
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Original tape date: June 12, 2017. First aired: June 14, 2017.On this edition of Independent Sources, hosted by Zyphus Lebrun, we take a special look at female Muslim athletes and their growing role in the battle against Islamophobia in the United States. We talk to Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir who was instrumental in the reversal of the International Basketball Federation - FIBA's, ban on Hijabs. Then we profile Aya Elsekhely who is trying to help other Muslim women in their athletic careers.
Guest List
Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir Athlete Activist
Shireen Ahmed Writer and Sports Activist
Aya Elsekhely Athlete Activist

