Headscarf politics


Hafidz Baharom

THERE have been some rumblings over hotels disallowing their female concierge staff from wearing the headscarf. This has led to one MP saying it is grounds to revoke hotel licenses, a local prominent personality accusing the hotels of Islamophobia, and even local NGOs to call for a boycott of the hotels. 

So first off, no, it isn’t Islamophobia. Sorry, but if Islam is dictated by a headscarf, then you’re nuts. There are plenty of Muslim women in hospitality that adhere to the dress code, who are still well-rounded Muslims. To say that the headscarf makes a Muslim, well, I’ve got news for you. 


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  • Our educators stress too much on forms rather than on the real substance of the teachings. This is a very sad for the people of Malaysia.

    Posted 6 years ago by Tanahair Ku