Pierre Poilievre claimed her job was ‘useless’ — but Amira Elghawaby says her role combating Islamophobia is needed more than ever
OTTAWA–In a political landscape that appears to be retreating from an emphasis on diversity and inclusion, Canada’s point-person on tackling Islamophobia says roles like hers are now needed more than ever.
“Democracy stands for ensuring that every citizen has the freedom to fully participate, to fully contribute,” said Amira Elghawaby, the country’s special representative on combating Islamophobia.
We don’t need a guide. We already know Islamophobia is just a made up term used to silence criticism & whitewash the fact that Islam is a violent supremacist cult. https://t.co/s3qYJ5MAFF
— Blazingcatfur (@fancypants_s) March 4, 2025
