User:Monaabdala/Pink hijab day

Pink Hijab Day will be held on October 28th, in 2009. The initiative began as an experiment by founder, Hend El-Buri and a group of high school students in Columbia, MO. It was intended to remove stereotypes of Muslim women by having Muslims engage in dialogue about breast cancer awareness, joining walks in groups wearing pink headscarves, and holding other events promoting awareness and support for the cause. The promoters of Pink Hijab day also educate the general community about healthy eating habits and lifestyles. Participants of Pink Hijab Day are encouraged to donate $5 to be given to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Donations can be given directly to www.info-komen.org/goto/pinkhijabs.

Pink Hijab Day has exploded into a global movement, with countless participants including men who wear pink kufis (or skull caps), Islamic schools and student organizations in the US. Supporters are encouraged on October 28th, 2009 to educate their community about breast cancer, and wear anything pink, whether it be a hijab, a ribbon, or a shoelace!

