What it's like being a young Muslim woman in Bosnia | Young & Faithful

What is everyday life like for a young Muslim woman in Europe? Meet Merjem, a 21-year-old student from Bosnia and Herzegovina who shares how Islam shapes her daily life – from prayer and the Quran to wearing the hijab, friendships, relationships and future plans. In Sarajevo, Merjem takes us inside her world and explains why she chooses to follow Islamic values in modern Europe. She talks about faith, modest fashion, women-only gatherings, marriage, family traditions and the role religion plays in her identity. This video takes a personal look at Islam in Bosnia and Herzegovina, home to one of Europe's largest Muslim populations. What role does religion play in your life? Let us know in the comments. CHAPTERS 00:00 Meet Merjem, a young Muslim woman in Bosnia 00:41 Reading the Quran every day 01:17 Why she wears an abaya and hijab 02:49 Inside one of Sarajevo’s largest mosques 04:42 Women-only gatherings and friendships 05:34 Dating, marriage and how she hopes to find a husband 07:01 The legacy of the Bosnian War 07:45 Misconceptions about Islam and women 08:24 Dreaming of the Hajj pilgrimage #dweuromaxx #youngandfaithful #islam -------------------------------------------- CREDITS Report: Anja Koch Camera: Nermin Fetic Edit: Philipp Czegka -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to DW Euromaxx: https://bit.ly/DWEuromaxx_Sub Would you like to find out more about Euromaxx? ▸Website: https://www.dw.com/english/euromaxx ▸Facebook:   / dw.euromaxx   ▸Instagram:   / dw_euromaxx   DW Euromaxx brings you engaging insights into European cultures and lifestyles.