“People are always shocked to hear I'm an athlete by profession and even more shocked when they hear I'm a fencer from the United States. I challenge the stereotype that Muslim women are oppressed and that a Muslim can be American by birth. It's amazing how many assumptions people make, but I embrace the opportunity to use this Olympic platform to educate.” PeopleOpportunityChallengesBirthEmbraceAthleteProfessionAssumptionEducateOppressedStereotype Author:Ibtihaj Muhammad
“There will always be people who challenge the idea that you belong, but it's important to work hard, to focus on yourself, and prove that you belong in this space of high-level athletics.” PeopleImportantChallengesFocusHard WorkProve Author:Ibtihaj Muhammad
