First Hijab-wearing model Halima explains her struggles

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First Hijab-wearing model Halima explains her struggles

May 12, 2025

Breaking barriers one runway at a time. Trailblazing Somali-American model and activist Halima Aden shares her inspiring journey and struggles with TRT Afrika at the 2025 NEXT by TRT World Forum in Istanbul held on May 10. From refugee at a Kenyan camp to fashion icon and first hijab-wearing model in the US, her story is one of resilience and determination.