I think often the West does not understand the history and the privilege of wearing a hijab. They always think of oppression. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
When you have a lot of women in our state that do wear the hijab, we should be able to see that… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
Being Somali, being Muslim, it's always something I've been very proud of. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
The hijab is a symbol that we wear on our heads, but I want people to know that it is my choice.… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
A lot of people have the misconception that, as a Muslim woman, I am somehow against women wearing bikinis. No, I want… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
Wearing modest clothing is a belief, and I'm not going to say that every Muslim woman is in my shoes, but the… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
There is a misconception that young Muslim women are oppressed. That simply isn't the case. I choose to dress modestly and choose… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I say this all the time, but my hijab, it really is my crown, and it's something that I bring to the… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I did notice growing up that there are so many things, obstacles and things, that people think you can't do because you're… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I am proud of being a Somali-American Muslim, and my wardrobe has been an important part of my religious and cultural upbringing. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
There are so many Muslim women that feel like they don't fit society's standard of beauty. I just wanted to tell them… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
A lot of people had a misconception that I would be the perfect poster child for Islam. So I got a lot… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I thought for a very long time that I had to conform or maybe change the way I look, or maybe the… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I have much more to offer than my physical appearance, and a hijab protects me against 'You're too skinny,' 'You're too thick,'… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I don't just want to support only Muslim women. I want to inspire women across the board, and I'm hoping they won't… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
A lot of people had a misconception that I would be the perfect poster child for Islam. So I got a lot of Instagram… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
A lot of people will look at you and will fail to see your beauty because you're covered up and they're not used to… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I love speaking at schools. That's always my favorite because I wish I'd had someone who was like me come speak at my school. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I love Somali foods like canjeero, a pancakelike bread; same for pizza, burgers, and sushi. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
Moving to the U.S. was an adjustment. I noticed that the kids played in groups. Back in Kakuma, everyone played together. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
I feel bad for my little cousins who don't see themselves being represented, or the little girls in my community who won't have a… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
When people put labels on us, it doesn't always enclose everything that we are. So even though I'm proud to be Somali, I'm proud… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
If you think people are against you and that you're a target, things will start appearing that way. I just go about my day,… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
If there's one message I want people to take away is never compromise being your authentic self. Even if that means making others uncomfortable. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
Product-wise, I use a morning and night cleanser. I'm really not a brand person. — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
Back in high school, I didn't ever see a Muslim homecoming king or queen - there was never even anyone nominated. It just seemed… — Halima Aden Copy Share Image
