Summary
The article talks about a rise in racist incidents against Muslims in the UK, including attacks on mosques and verbal abuse. Some Muslims report feeling unsafe and say racism affects their daily lives.
Key Facts
- In Basildon, Essex, Muslim children have been targeted with glass thrown at them, and a mosque was vandalized with racist graffiti.
- Nabila, a Muslim mother in Basildon, documents incidents of racism and supports victims.
- The local population in Basildon is 93% white, with Muslims making up less than 2%.
- Smaller ethnic minority communities are at higher risk due to increased visibility.
- Women, like Nabila, have altered their daily routines for safety due to these incidents.
- In Glasgow, a young Muslim girl faced racist bullying at her school, leading her family to move her to a different school.
- The girl's new school enforces a zero-tolerance policy on racism, providing her a more supportive environment.
