By Amani SalahudeenImam Qareeb Bashir is The Imam of the Islamic Center of Ewing, and the president of the Islamic Council of Greater Trenton. How can the youth get involved in helping to support the movement? Imam Bashir said,“Contact not only Black Lives Matter chapters but also other civil rights groups, including NAACP, etc.” What is something…
By Amani SalahudeenIf you are wondering what you can do to stay conscious about racism, we recommend you read the following books: 1. Beloved by Toni Morrison Beloved is about Sethe, who was a former slave and lived in 1870s Ohio. This book will explain to you the harsh reality and how cruel humanity can be. It…
By Amani SalahudeenWant to support a small Muslim-owned business this year? With Eid coming, now is a great time to show some love to Muslim-owned small businesses. Here’s some of the businesses that I think deserve all of your love! In-T First (You First) or @intfirst is a curated monthly box for Muslim women! The current box…
By Amani SalahudeenDear Class of 2020, Here’s to us! I know this is not what we envisioned when we thought of how our graduation would go. I know that some of you probably thought that the worst that could happen would be tripping over your heels as you walked to get your diploma. I was a transfer…
By Amani SalahudeenOnce Upon an Eid is the #ownvoices anthology you need on your shelf! This book came out on May 5th, 2020, and is the perfect book for elementary and middle school readers. It’s a collection of short stories edited by S.K. Ali and Aisha Saeed. In Islam, there are two eids: Eid-ul-Fitr, the feast to…
By Amani SalahudeenDisney+ recently declared that they are working on a short in which the characters will be celebrating Eid! So far, the only thing we know for certain is that they want actors who speak Urdu and English. Casting will occur in Los Angeles. Although it will be great to see this on a platform such as…
By Amani SalahudeenFeeling exhausted during Ramadan? Here’s the top 10 food that you should be eating during suhoor to increase your energy levels throughout the day. And don’t forget to make sure you’re getting enough water in during suhoor to stay hydrated! Banana, almond butter, and chia seeds according to this Buzzfeed article This is good for…
By Amani SalahudeenAs we prepare to spend Ramadan in our homes with our families, I thought it would be helpful to share some of the best Ramadan decorations I’ve seen on TikTok. 1. @girlrefurbished’s Ramadan Nook for Kids 2. Props to this mom (@ehabtraish) who made her kids a lil masjid 3. @nimistyle created a Ramadan calendar…
By Amani SalahudeenThese are unprecedented times. You might be finding yourself at home longer than you initially thought, or if your business is essential, you might even be out more. If you fall under the first category, here’s how four staff members at Muslim Girl have been keeping themselves busy and sane throughout this crazy time. Family…
By Amani SalahudeenFeeling bored in quarantine? Already tackled the iconic Harry Potter or To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before trilogy? Well, don’t you worry, because I’ve got you covered with 15 of the most exciting and captivating novels of the year! Don’t forget to read all the way to the end to find out how you…
By Amani SalahudeenAs someone who recently got into gaming, I thought it would be fun to share some Nintendo Switch games to look forward to for beginner or expert gamers. If you’re a fan of games such as Fire Emblem: Three Houses or Pokemon Shield, then this is for you! Pokemon Mystery Dungeon This is a remake…
By Amani SalahudeenMs. Marvel and a rising superhero named Amulet team up for the first time. But that’s not the only reason we’re super stoked for this partnership. We are thrilled, because this newest member of the Marvel universe is an Arab American from Dearborn, Michigan! In the newest edition of “Magnificent Ms. Marvel #13,” readers will…
By Amani SalahudeenWell, a new decade is officially upon us, and the holiday activities are slowing down. What’s a girl to do to keep the magic alive? Lose yourself in exciting books and literature by your favorite authors, of course! There are so many new books coming out this year, and excitingly enough, a lot of them…
By Amani SalahudeenRegardless of whether or not you believe that Adnan Syed, from Sarah Koenig’s podcast “Serial,” is guilty or not, it is important to note that there was a classmate who saw him at the time of the murder he was accused of. This classmate was never called in to testify during the initial murder case. If…
By Amani SalahudeenThe following recipes are perfect in more ways than one! Whether after a long night, or a busy day, or on a frigid winter’s night, these dishes are sure to hit the spot. During winter, it’s easy to turn to comfort food (hello, calories!) so here are a few relatively quick and easy recipes for…
