Australia Post has issued a set of stamps honoring people who have selflessly served to protect their fellow Australians amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, with one of them featuring a female Muslim doctor as depicted from her hijab.
“These brave individuals have been saviors to us all through the last 12 months, caring for our most vulnerable and helping us cope with the many impacts of COVID-19,” Australia Post executive general manager, Nicole Sheffield, said, as reported by Canberra Weekly.
“Healthcare workers have tested millions, Australian Defense Force and the police services have helped monitor our borders and quarantine arrangements, and educators have been quick to adapt to online learning.
Our posties, delivery drivers, and supermarket staff have kept businesses running and provided access to essential products and services, and we thank them together with all Australians for their continued efforts.
The new series of stamps named ‘The Frontline Heroes’ celebrates teachers, healthcare workers, Australian Defence Force members, police, supermarket staff, and food delivery workers.
The commemorative stamps worth $1.10 each were designed by The Australia Post Design Studio and illustrated by Robert Elliott.
According to the last census in 2016, Muslims make up 2.6% of the total 26 million population in Australia. The number has gone up from 2.2% in the 2011 census.
A new set of Australia Post stamps has been released to honour the nation's frontline heroes.
Executive General Manager Community & Consumer Nicole Sheffield says the five stamps represent the everyday heroes who keep the country moving. #9News pic.twitter.com/AslTPK3z2a
— 9News Australia (@9NewsAUS) February 18, 2021
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