Fitriya: Muslim On and Off the Court
Catalogue Number: OYA005
Producer: OYA Media Group
Producers: Ali Mudei, Safa
Directors: McCallum, Selina
Producing Agencies: OYA Media Group Productions
Subject: Canadian Social Issues, Documentary, Religious Studies, Social Issues, Social Sciences, Sports, Women's Studies
Language: English
Grade Level: 9 - 12, Post Secondary, Adult
Country Of Origin: Canada
Copyright Year: 2023
Running Time: 12:32
Fitriya: Muslim On and Off the Court is a short documentary that delves into the incredible journey of Fitriya Mohamed, a Muslim female athlete and the driving force behind the Muslim Women’s Summer Basketball League (MWSBL). The film shines a light on the complexities that come with trying to find a safe space for Muslim women athletes and why such a space is so vital to Toronto’s landscape. Even when facing cultural barriers and endless challenges, Fitriya continues to fight for representation and aims to redefine what Muslim women can do, both on and off the court.
Best Short Documentary – Vesuvius International Film Awards
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