New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern wearing a hijab following the Christchurch terror attacks. Photo: ReutersBeing in the Middle East during the awful event in Christchurch where fifty New Zealanders lost their lives, has been a sobering experience. The New Zealanders here have been outraged and saddened deeply by the news from Christchurch. This was lit up at the ruler’s request, with an image of Jacinda Ardern, hugging a woman beneath the word “peace”. The simple act of the Prime Minister wearing a hijab, may seem to be minor, but in terms of showing respect for a culture at a time of grief it had immense impact.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 25, 2019 21:56 UTC