Islamophobia, Victimisation and the Veil [electronic resource] /
Zempi, I.author.
Chakraborti, N.author.
This book examines the experiences of veiled Muslim women as victims of Islamophobia, and the impact of this victimisation upon women, their families and wider Muslim communities. It proposes a more effective approach to engaging with these victims; one which recognises their multiple vulnerabilities and their distinct cultural and religious needs.
Description based upon print version of record.
Cover; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; About the Authors; Introduction; 1 Constructions of Islam,Gender and the Veil; 2 Unveiling IslamophobicVictimisation; 3 Researching Islamophobiaand the Veil; 4 Uncovering IslamophobicVictimisation; 5 Impact of IslamophobicVictimisation; 6 Conclusions and Reflections; References; Index
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This book examines the experiences of veiled Muslim women as victims of Islamophobia, and the impact of this victimisation upon women, their families and wider Muslim communities. It proposes a more effective approach to engaging with these victims; one which recognises their multiple vulnerabilities and their distinct cultural and religious needs.
Crime—Sociological aspects.
Religion and sociology.
Political sociology.
Sociology.
Culture.
Criminology.
Crime and Society.
Social Aspects of Religion.
Political Sociology.
Gender Studies.
Sociology of Culture.
Criminology and Criminal Justice, general.