Burkini

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'I Was Very Uncomfortable': Muslim Family Barred from Pool for ... (About Islam)

A Muslim family has faced an awkward situation at a Manitoba waterpark after they couldn't enter the pool because of wearing a burkini, or full body modest ...

A burkini is a type of modesty swimsuit for Muslim women that was originally designed in Australia by Aheda Zanetti. Others are concerned that stretchy or clinging fabric reveals the outline of the body. Though he offered the family to stay, they chose to leave. Halima Jelloul, her husband and two daughters took a trip to Lilac Resort on Friday. “I want to apologize to the family because I just didn’t know,” said Manaigre, who sent a note to all of his staff explaining what a burkini is and that they are allowed. “And I think that Muslim women or anyone who dresses modestly should have the right to and that if this happens to them, they should speak up,” added Douida.

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