Veiled In Strength: A conversation with Muslim women in Iowa

The hijab, worn to demonstrate modesty and faith, is empowering, not oppressive, to women of the Muslim faith, said 45-year-old Viana Qadoura of Iowa City, founder and director of Mariam Girls’ Club .

"Usually, the Western World, they write our narrative," Qadour said. She is a Muslim woman who lived in Burlington before moving to Iowa City. "We are here…