HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025 February World Hijab DayCOLUMBIA HEIGHTS
PROCLAMATION
Recognizing February 1, 2025, as World Hijab Day
The people of Columbia Heights, who come from a variety of backgrounds are united
in certain foundational beliefs such as affirming the inherent dignity of all people, the
right of every person to be treated with respect, and the right of all citizens to practice
their religion freely.
The Hijab, a traditional veil which covers a woman's hair, neck and chest, has been very
important to the history of Islam; it is meant to promote dignity and respect for women
while maintaining modesty and respect for religious faith.
World Hijab Day was started by Nazma Khan, a resident of NJ, as a day set aside for
women of different cultures, who do not normally wear the Hijab, to experience
wearing one for the day; its purpose is to encourage religious tolerance, cultural
understanding and international solidarity.
On February 1, 2013, the world celebrated its first annual World Hijab Day in
recognition of millions of Muslim women who choose to wear the Hijab and live a life
of religious faith.
To combat prejudice, leaders in the American Muslim community are working tirelessly
to show that the wearing of the Hijab is a choice, a freedom, and a blessing, as well as to
educate their fellow citizens about Islam in ways which are relevant and meaningful.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Amdda Marquez Simula, Mayor of Columbia
Heights, do hereby proclaim and recognize February 1, 2025, as World Hijab Day in the
City of Columbia Heights, County of Anoka, State of Minnesota, U.S.A.
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4A dda LMa'frquez-S k la, Mayor
January 27, 2025