Fawcett Society Veil Report

The Fawcett Society has a new report out on the issue of the veil and ethnic minority women. It covers:

• Choice: Should women have the right to choose to wear the veil in all situations?
  Secularism: Where does the veil fit within a secular British culture? How do we reconcile religion and democracy?
• The veil as a sign or symbol: The veil can signify meaning to others and signs can be powerful. What does the veil communicate in Britain?
• Feminism: What is the 'feminist position' on the veil? How can feminists work in solidarity with women who wear the veil?
• Policy recommendations: There are nine ways that policy makers can meet the needs of Muslim women. It is especially important to focus on: women's rights, gender equality, practical action from government to grassroots, and evidence rather than theory.

To read the full report of the debate and learn more about Fawcett's new 'Seeing Double' project on ethnic minority women go here