Knowledge and perception of tertiary students on muslim women athletes sportswear

The usage of sportwear by Muslim women athletes, and the specialty needs facilities for the Muslim athletes including Muslim women athletes and the knowledge of regulations or guidelines that have been set by JAKIM for Muslim women in sports. This study aims to identify the perceptions of UiTM Shah Alam students towards Muslim women sportwear and their participating in sports, to examine the level of knowledge of UiTM Shah Alam Students regarding regulations or guidelines towards Muslim women athletes and their acceptance on the needs of the special facilities for Muslim women athletes. This study adopted a quantitative approach, where data was collected through a survey to 112 respondents of UiTM Shah Alam students which was distributed via online. Descriptive analysis using SPSS Version 27. Findings showed that students demonstrate a strong perception towards Muslim women sportwear and level of knowledge regarding guidelines towards Muslim women athletes and the acceptance of special facilities for Muslim women in sport. In addition, a significant majority acknowledging the importance of the Islamic perspective related to women's participation in sports adherence to religious standards. The study recommends other educational institutions should collaborate with sports organizations and religious scholars to design and implement sports programs specifically tailored for Muslim women and establish campaigns to further enhance awareness regarding the facilities for Muslim women athletes. The rights of women involved in sports should be guaranteed and strengthened through legislation, without any discrimination against women.