Israel Quote by Mona Eltahawy
“As a Muslim woman, I'm all too familiar with the media shorthand for 'Muslim' and 'woman' equaling Covered in Black Muslim Woman. She's seen, never heard. Visible only in her invisibility under that black burka, niqab, chador, etc.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Muslim Woman in the Media, Mona Eltahawy, 2015
The quote critiques how media reduces Muslim women to a single visual stereotype, erasing their voices and individuality.
In simple terms: Media reduces Muslim women to a visual stereotype, silencing them.
Recognize and amplify diverse Muslim women voices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- journalism
- activism
- social media campaigns
- policy discussions
- community workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can media platforms showcase varied Muslim women stories?
- What steps can individuals take to challenge visual stereotypes?
Stereotypes can be deeply entrenched, making change slow and resistant.