Maria TV, a new Egyptian channel that solely features veiled women, might be the first in the industry without a makeup room.

The satellite television project debuted this summer, and the women who work for it say they hope their images on TV will empower like-minded women across the region who adhere to a fundamentalist interpretation of Islam Known as Salafism.

For more information please read more: Empowerment from behind the veil

Source: (Phnom Penh Post – October 05, 2012)