New Zealand: New Zealand Police took 16 months to design a Hijab and now UL police to get benefit as Hijab in Police force in the United Kingdom.
Currently UK police trialing the hijab which is being worn by trainee Constable Khadeejah Mansur from Leicestershire Police Headquarters.
The team consulted widely with Muslim women who were involved in fabric research, extensive pattern sampling, prototyping and trialing. They ran safety testing and monitored long-term wear trials to meet operational requirements.
“The hijab is designed to be worn with all Police-issue headwear. It fits the head, neck and shoulder area for freedom of movement and rigorous performance with contoured panels and reinforced zones for durability, access for communication devices and a quick release fastening system for safety reasons.
“It is made from a technical sports fabric which is light to wear, antibacterial, moisture-wicking and robust. It is available in three sizes – small, medium and large to ensure a high level of fit,” say Deb and Nina from Massey University.
Leonie Smiley from New Zealand Police Deployable Assets Advisor, Response and Operations Group says: “The reason for Police to make the hijab available as an option for uniform is so that Muslim women can consider policing as a career option and to create an inclusive Police service that reflects our diverse New Zealand community.”
New Zealand’s Constable Zeena Ali, was the first New Zealand Police officer to wear a purpose-designed hijab. She was involved in the hijab trial prior to her recruit enrolment and took part in the ongoing development process.
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