IOC urged to help overturn French headscarves ban at Olympics
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Human rights groups call on IOC to challenge headscarf ban on French athletes, citing exclusion and humiliation. UN criticizes the ban for restricting women's freedom of dress.
Hijab bans in sports lead to discrimination, invisibility, and trauma for Muslim athletes. French athlete Helene Ba emphasizes importance of diversity and fundamental rights.
Restrictions on headscarves reinforce gender and racial stereotypes, violating Olympic charter. Athletes have faced exclusion in sports from football to badminton at various levels.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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