Source · Select Committees · Women and Equalities Committee
Recommendation 2
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Media stereotyping of Muslim women normalises discrimination and impedes their societal participation.
Conclusion
The role of the media and public figures should not be understated. Persistent stereotyping of Muslim women as oppressed, a symbol of extremism or just fundamentally ‘different’, has a normalising effect, increasing the risk of discrimination, harassment and abuse. It leads to false assumptions about aspirations and capabilities and prevents Muslim women and girls from being able to fully participate in society. (Conclusion, Paragraph 36)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 12 May 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗