In accordance with the country’s constitution, Kosovo is a secular state that guarantees religious freedom.
In line with this principle, the Education Ministry has issued a directive that stipulates that “religious uniforms” may not be worn in public schools.
Over 95% of the population of Kosovo is Muslim, which means that Muslim girls who want to wear a headscarf to a public school can face problems. Some feel the rule discriminates against Muslim girls and are determined to challenge it.