Fatima Essop
Dr. Fatima Essop is a senior lecturer in Islamic Studies at the University of the Western Cape in South Africa. Following the killing of Muhsin Hendricks, she expressed her shock at the vitriol directed at him and the broader implications for LGBTQ+ individuals in religious communities. Dr. Essop advocates for compassion and understanding within Islam, arguing against the violence and discrimination faced by those who seek to reconcile their faith with their sexual orientation.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,264 | $2,700,000 | 726$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 18,264 | $2,700,000 | 726$ |
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Dr Fatima Essop reflected on the distressing vitriolic content circulating on social media following Hendricks' killing.
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