By Saniya AliTahira Nailah Dean, a Black American Muslim Lawyer, writer, and activist recently launched her passion project with a team of brilliant Muslim women in the form of a three part photo series. Launched on September 3, 2021, “The ISMs Project” is meant to bring awareness to the marriage crisis in the Muslim community. “In hopes…
By Saniya AliIt’s Pride Month and we here at Muslim Girl are super excited to celebrate with our Muslim LGBTQ+ Community! I know there is a misconception around the world that queer Muslims do not exist due to lack of acceptance towards homosexuality in Islam. With over a billion people identifying Muslims, are all hetrosexual? I didn’t…
By Saniya AliYesterday, just hours after the the ceasefire with Palestine went into effect, Israeli forces raided Masjid Al-Aqsa, injuring 20 innocent civilians. After almost two weeks of constant bombing, and horrifying attacks from the Israeli forces, the two nations agreed upon a ceasefire agreement. Although a ceasefire doesn’t end the brutal occupation, it would give Palestinians…
By Saniya AliWe absolutely loved the art we found on Instagram for Muslim Women’s Day on March 27, 2021. The beautiful graphic images accurately depicts the diverse women that identify themselves as strong, powerful, badass Muslim women. Check out some of our faves below. This stylish pink number is super shareable Flowers are perfect symbolism for spring…
By Saniya AliThousands of people are protesting in India against the new agricultural laws proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in November 2020. The three laws that were meant to modernize the agricultural industry are in turn dismantling the systems that were already in place, leaving the farmers with uncertainty and anger. In the past few years,…
By Saniya AliIt’s 2021, and we’re all here to witness some Muslim representation in the American media. Three Muslim actors have received historic nominations for the 78th Golden Globes Award show, taking place on February 28, 2021. It’s the first time in history that three Muslim actors were all nominated in the same year. Personally, I have watched…
