In an effort to recruit women from Edmontons Islamic communities, the police service there recently announced Muslim policewomen will be allowed to wear a hijab on duty. Edmonton police say safety considerations would come first, and that they expect the hijab would be worn underneath a standard police cap. Unlike the niqab, which covers the full face except for the eyes, the hijab is a veil or scarf that wraps around the head but doesnt obscure the wearers face. Edmonton Police Service, like its Toronto counterpart, is taking proactive steps to recruit members from all backgrounds. Edmonton councillor Scott McKeen said the move is gesture of inclusion. He told reporters that allowing the hijab as an option for police recruits is saying we want to have a diverse police service that reflects the diversity and multicultural aspects of Edmonton … Im proud of us. Source: thespec/news-story/4238466-hijab-for-police-shouldn-t-be-an-issue/
Posted on: Tue, 03 Dec 2013 08:44:32 +0000
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