9/11 Attack and Its Impact on Randa Abdel-Fattah's Life

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What was Randa Abdel-Fattah doing on the evening of September 11, 2001?

She was in her bedroom when she heard her father say something about two planes crashing in New York.

How did Randa Abdel-Fattah's colleagues react to her at the law firm the next morning?

They stormed down the hallway and asked her 'Why did they do it?'

What happened to Randa Abdel-Fattah's individuality after the 9/11 attacks?

She became seen as part of a 'racialised collective of Muslims'.

How many anti-terror laws were enacted in Australia after the 9/11 attacks?

82 Signup and view all the answers

What did the Alfred Deakin Institute's study find about the impact of anti-terror legislation on Muslims?

It led to the 'over-surveillance of Muslims', making them feel untrusted and viewed as potential terror suspects. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Mohamed Kamer Nizamdeen in 2018?

He was accused of being a terrorist, held in solitary confinement for a month, and later released after police admitted he had been framed. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Randa Abdel-Fattah's colleagues approach her in the hallway the morning after the 9/11 attacks?

They approached her because they mistakenly associated her with the attacks due to her Muslim background. Signup and view all the answers

How have Muslims in Australia been affected by the 9/11 attacks?

They are still trying to heal from the damage done in the fallout of the attacks, 20 years on. Signup and view all the answers

What was Sara Mansour's feeling towards the association of 'Muslim' and 'terrorist' after 9/11?

Infuriation Signup and view all the answers

What was Ellen Osman's initial perception of Islam after 9/11?

She thought Islam promoted violence Signup and view all the answers

What was the only thing Ellen Osman heard about Islam in reference to after 9/11?

Terrorism Signup and view all the answers

What accusation was made against Ahmad Karanouh after 9/11?

Celebrating the tragedy by dancing in the street Signup and view all the answers

What motivated Ahmad Karanouh to run for council?

To show appreciation for the community's acceptance Signup and view all the answers

What did Sara Mansour start in 2013?

The Bankstown Poetry Slam Signup and view all the answers

Why did Sara Mansour feel the need to prove herself after 9/11?

To prove she was a 'good Muslim' Signup and view all the answers

What common theme is present in the experiences of Sara Mansour, Ellen Osman, and Ahmad Karanouh after 9/11?

Overcoming negative stereotypes and stigma Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Impact of 9/11 on Muslims in Australia

Randa Abdel-Fattah, a Muslim born in Australia to Palestinian and Egyptian parents, experienced a sudden shift in how she was perceived by others after 9/11.
She was questioned by colleagues about the attacks, and suddenly felt like she was seen as part of a "racialised collective of Muslims".

Anti-Terror Laws and Surveillance

After 9/11, Australia enacted 82 anti-terror laws, more than any other Western country.
A study found that these laws led to the "over-surveillance of Muslims", making them feel untrusted and viewed as potential terror suspects.

Personal Experiences of Muslims in Australia

Sara Mansour, a young Muslim woman, felt the need to prove that she was a "good Muslim" and not planning to do anything harmful.
Ellen Osman, who converted to Islam in 2020, initially associated Islam with terrorism and violence due to media narratives.
Ahmad Karanouh, a Lebanese-born kebab shop owner, was falsely accused of celebrating the 9/11 attacks and later became the mayor of Coonamble to show his appreciation for the community.

Legacy of 9/11

20 years on, many Muslims in Australia are still trying to heal from the damage caused by the 9/11 attacks.
The attacks led to Islamophobia and the association of Muslims with terrorism, which many Muslims are still working to counter.

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Randa Abdel-Fattah, an Australian Muslim, recounts her experience of learning about the 9/11 attacks and how it affected her life. The quiz explores her personal story and its connection to the global event.