"The way that the hijab is depicted matters, not just for the half a billion people in the world who wear them, but for all Muslims."
"This was the first time a main character in a US animated series would be shown wearing a headscarf, and I wanted to get it right."
The article discusses the representation of hijabs in media, emphasizing how these depictions often reduce a rich cultural garment to a single style. The hijab must reflect the diversity of the Muslim community and resonate with cultural nuances. Through the creation of the character Sharia in the animated series '#1 Happy Family USA,' the writer illustrates the complexity of choosing a design that represents genuine Muslim women's experiences in different societal contexts, challenging prevalent stereotypes both within and outside the community.
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