Demonstrators Rally at French Embassy in Vienna Against Abaya Ban in Schools
Protesters gathered in front of the French Embassy in Vienna to voice opposition to the recent ban on abayas (long dresses) in French schools, sparking international outrage.
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In a display of solidarity, a group of demonstrators converged in front of the French Embassy in Vienna to protest against the recent ban on abayas (long dresses) in French schools. Organized as a peaceful protest, participants donned long dresses and brandished banners bearing slogans such as "Abaya is our right and identity," "Do not judge women by their clothing," and "My clothes, my choice."
The protest aimed to express strong disagreement with the decision in France that prohibits the wearing of abayas in educational institutions, which has been perceived by many as an infringement on personal freedoms. This ban has ignited outrage both within and beyond France's borders.
One of the prominent voices at the demonstration was Baraa Bolat, a social media activist with a substantial following. Bolat emphasized the importance of women having the autonomy to decide how they want to dress. She stated, "Women should be able to choose whether to wear an abaya or a short skirt. This decision should rest with women themselves."
Bolat further stressed that the demonstration sought to draw attention to the rarely discussed issue and underscored the protesters' opposition to the ban's implementation in France. She stated, "We do not want this ban to spread or be implemented in Austria or other countries. This is an infringement on human rights. Governments should not dictate how people should dress. This is precisely why we have gathered here, raising our voices to proclaim, 'My abaya, my choice.'"
Bolat also highlighted the concerning rise of Islamophobia in many countries worldwide, singling out France for its anti-Islamic policies in recent years. She asserted, "Women should not be denied access to education due to their religious beliefs and clothing choices, be it abayas or hijabs. Such circumstances are far from normal. We are living in the 21st century, and these practices should not persist." Bolat emphasized the need to put an end to Islamophobia.
French Education Minister Gabriel Attal recently announced that students wearing traditional overgarments like abayas will not be allowed to attend classes in the new school year. This controversial move has triggered backlash against the government, which has faced criticism for targeting Muslims with statements and policies in recent years, including raids on mosques and charitable foundations, as well as an "anti-separatism" law imposing wide-ranging restrictions on the Muslim community.
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