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A Muslim women poet: what are the barriers?

Susanne Aoun poet SBS studio

Poet Susanne Aoun visiting SBS Arabic24 studio in Melbourne. Source: SBS Arabic24

Susanne Aoun is a poet who wears the hijab as part of her identity as a Muslim woman. She often faces criticism within her community on the basis of perceived violation of cultural practices. In this interview, she speaks about her dilemma of being a talented and vocal female poet and what's accepted in conservative circles.


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Susanne Aoun is a poet who wears the hijab as part of her identity as a Muslim woman. She often faces criticism within her community on the basis of perceived violation of cultural practices. In this interview, she speaks about her dilemma of being a talented and vocal female poet and what's accepted in conservative circles.



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