The Fallacy of an Anti-Feminist Islam
As with so many discussions on the state of Islam, the question of whether Islam is a feminist religion really boils down to the...
How to be a Feminist if You’re a Muslim Man and Why It’s Required
“The most complete of the believers in faith are those with the most excellent character, and the best of you are the best in...
On Muslim Men & the ‘Boys Will Be Boys’ Mentality
I don’t like to be the bearer of burden. And, I’ll probably receive hella hate for writing this, but I’m about to be a...
This Is What Really Went on in My Mind as I Was Being Raped
Written by Anonymous. Trigger Warning: Rape, Sexual Assault. Warning: There is strong adult language and explicit content in this article. — It wasn’t by choice....
Should Muslim Women Feel Lucky to Live in Western Countries?
The criticism I hate receiving the most is always along the lines of, “As a Muslim woman, you shouldn’t be speaking about violence against...
I Turned Down Playboy and Still Support Women’s Choice to Do It
The Muslim Twitterverse has been roused to anger again by the one hot button topic that is certain to awaken even the quietest recesses...
Muslim Internet Proves Cyberbullying is Mad Real
In case you missed it, a Muslim woman who wears hijab was photographed for Playboy magazine. And — not unexpectedly — the Muslim Internet...
Feminism, Orientalism, Asra Nomani, and the Hijab: An Open Letter
It’s important for me, as an Iranian Muslim woman, to take up space. My narrative and identity are being constantly misrepresented, silenced and ignored–whether...
Hijab or Not, Sexual Harassment Has Nothing to Do With Dress Codes
“You look hot in that outfit. Care to join me in my apartment after work to discuss your promotion?” One in three women between...
ICYMI: There Should Be #NoAllMalePanels After This
Let’s be honest. No one can deny that there is a harsh gender divide in our community. Well, we’re doing something about that. Last...
The ‘Nudity’ of Westernized Feminism
I was living in Montreal, Canada in 2010 and attending a French class to improve my language skills. I remember the lively and diverse...
Why the Phrase ‘I Hope You Have a Baby Boy!’ Needs to Go
Recently an uncle visiting from overseas stayed with us for a few days. He was a pleasant and amiable man, keen to take in...
