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Surf's Up for Muslim American Females
They are a small but dedicated group of Muslim women who love the waves, but also want to dress modestly on the beach. Reporter Dija Dowling finds out how these young women surfers and a Muslim swimwear designer make water sports easier for observant Muslim women.
Featuring Interviews With:
- Shereen Sabet, founder, Splashgear
- Aurelia Khatib, surfer
- Sarah Elsheikh, surfer
- Nourah Ali, surfer
- Jessica Whittington, surfer
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