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April 06, 2017 | Anya Alvarez |
Sports
Muslim female athletes use voice and visibility to break barriers
Shirzanan means "female heroes," and it's the name of a group that is elevating the stories of Muslim female athletes while providing a platform for advocacy within the sports world.
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