Muslim women have been left underrepresented in the sports industry due to many factors that has led to their exclusion from sports.
There are certain barriers that exclude them from sport. This includes, cultural and religious beliefs, clothing and a lack of role models to identify with.
They have the lowest participation rate in sport out of any other religion in the UK. The Muslimah Sports Association (MSA) are aiming to change that. They provide a range of services that allow Muslim women to feel confident and empowered through sport.
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