By nadamousaMuslim Girl had a chance to interview Bayadir Mohamed, the author and creative behind the book Secondhand Smoke. Allah (SWT) has blessed Bayadir with a talent for weaving together words and phrases that, when combined, leave the reader with chills and a sense of awe. Muslim Girl: Secondhand Smoke is your debut book, a compilation…
By nadamousaOn September 18th 2020, the world lost a strong, intelligent soul: Ruth Bader Ginsburg. As one of the most renowned supreme court justices to date, Ruth Bader Ginsburg embodied the spirit of justice and equality. Her courageous court rulings not only paved the path for women’s advancement, but her strong willed opinions called on our…
By nadamousaEid Mubarak to all our #MGArmy! We know that enduring a global pandemic and a never ending quarantine made celebrating Eid Al-Adha this year a bit different. So, in true MG fashion, we wanted to bring it all together and see how our girl clique spent their time. There were certainly mixed feelings, as well…
By nadamousaGeorge Floyd died at the hands of Minneapolis police officers. His last words, “I can’t breathe” has now entered all of our breaths as we try to take in air that he was neglected. His death ignited a slew of protests across the U.S., from major west coast cities, to the east coast, peoples’ cries…
By nadamousaThe past few months having been nothing short of scary and overwhelming. Countries around the world are under lockdown. People are forced to isolate from one another. It’s no surprise then that we, as social creatures, can begin to feel insurmountable grief as we are forced into a way of life which fundamentally goes against…
By nadamousaLast year, on a cloudy Sunday in the heart of the nation’s capital, I came across a group of young Muslim authors. Intrigued, I approached their work station and began what would become an unforgettable journey. That first day, I discovered that this group of young Muslim artists and writers were in the process of…
By nadamousaThe outbreak of the Syrian civil war in 2011 has since created one of the most devastating humanitarian disasters in the world. According to U.N. reports, an estimated 13.5 million Syrians are either internally displaced, or are refugees outside of Syria. Due to the size of the refugee population, refugee camps are often faced with…
By nadamousaIt is officially sweater weather time! And as the air becomes nice and cool, the leaves honor the season with a beautiful display of colors. From beautiful pinks, to deep reds and oranges, fall offers us a cozy array of choices to ring in this magical season in the most beautiful way. If you want…
By nadamousaEarlier this week, Hanna Yusuf, a young and talented journalist, passed away unexpectedly. In her 27 years of life, Hanna left behind a legacy of investigative journalism. Known for her work covering hard-hitting stories, Yusuf lead a life committed to truth seeking. Hanna’s investigative work has revealed stories of injustce that otherwise would have never…
By nadamousaTen years ago, a young girl — armed with her laptop and a passion for writing — began what is now the world’s number one English language platform for Muslim women. Since then, MuslimGirl.com has been consistently serving looks, intelligence, and charm across the internet. From critical thought pieces on Muslim politics, to beauty and…
By nadamousaI remember zoning out in my 10th grade classroom, as all good students do, when my eye fell upon this poster, with a quote written in bright yellow letters, making it almost impossible to ignore: “Watch your thoughts for they become words. Watch your words for they become actions. Watch your actions for they become…
By nadamousa114 surahs, 6,236 ayats, and countless pearls of wisdom make up the Holy Quran. The pages of our sacred book take each reader on a spiritual journey, hoping to guide the soul to it’s rightful place. The words so delicately written in the Quran all have meanings that span beyond the embroidered bindings and the…
By nadamousaFor the first time in history, two women take their rightful seat as judges on Malaysia’s Syraiah (Malay for Sharia) high court. I repeat: TWO WOMEN have been appointed as judges on an ISLAMIC High Court. Noor Huda Roslan, 40, and Nenney Shuhaidah Shamsuddin, 41, are making history as they take on powerful roles allowing…
By nadamousaEditor’s note: Be sure to check out the Instagram page associated with The Sister’s Project, chock full of the captivating stories of Muslim women from all walks of life, across Canada. There is no one, authentic, correct way to be a Muslim women, and the stories Alia has chosen to tell depict just this: A…
By nadamousaHolidays are supposed to ignite happiness and feelings of warmth, but for many who are suffering from intense sadness, this time of the year is anything but. For those of us who are coping with mental health issues, being bombarded with holiday posts that scream, “I am happier than thou”, can take a toll on…
