This Artist's "Guide to Witnessing Islamophobic Harassment" Will Show You Exactly What to Do If You Find Yourself Witnessing It
It's important to be prepared for these types of situations.
You know the world is in trouble when someone feels compelled to create an illustrated guide for how to respond when a Muslim person is being harassed in public.
Maeril, a Paris-based illustrator, said she noticed the growing pressure on the Islamic community in France, where recent terrorist attacks have fueled hate crimes and discrimination. Her guide was meant to make bystanders think twice before freezing up.
She wanted people to have no excuse for saying they did not know what to do.
What to Do If You Are Witnessing Islamophobic Harassment
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It’s also worth noting how the State Department’s order for Americans to leave 14 countries centers safety-first steps when tensions spike.
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