By MG StaffHow important is emotional health in Islam? Just as we give priority to our mental health, we must also prioritize our emotional or mental health. Unfortunately, many Muslims fall victim to the stigma that surrounds conversations around mental health and wellness. In this video, Dunia Shuaib shares her insights on the importance of emotional health…
By MG StaffWhile I am no pop star, I have never resonated more with a character growing up than I did with Hannah Montana. As a young girl who grew up in the early 2000s era, I lived vicariously through TV show personalities – and I particularly gravitated toward the show “Hannah Montana,” a television series that…
By MG StaffYet again, the #MuslimGirlArmy has slayed this Eid-ul-Fitr! We can’t get over the breathtaking Eid outfits, and are especially mesmerized by cultural representation! Here are some of our fave picks! Pretty in Pink! A pink dress coupled with a white hijab and white sandals is the perfect combo! You Can’t Go Wrong With A Sari…
By MG StaffThe mumbling in the entire bus was the last thing Zarqa wanted to deal with. She was already tired, stressed, and experiencing pain in her body. Her only focus was getting a seat on an overly-crowded bus to relieve her pain and to find comfort from the gazing of men and women alike. On the…
By MG StaffMuslim Women’s Day 2023 ushered in another milestone experience for our community: The Muslim Girl Iftar went bicoastal with Soho House. After commemorating Muslim Women’s Day with partners and allies in New York City, we brought the exclusive soirée to our West Coast friends and family with an intimate gathering at Soho Warehouse in Downtown…
By MG StaffIn celebration of Muslim Women’s Day, Muslim Girl partnered with Soho House to close out the evening with our annual Muslim Girl Iftar. Among partners, friends, and allies, Muslim Girl Founder Amani Al-Khatahtbeh hosted an interfaith program featuring an armchair conversation with Halima Aden, the first hijabi model to grace the cover of Vogue. The…
By MG StaffThese extraordinary women have made it to Muslim Girl’s annual roundup of Muslim Women to Watch in 2023. They’re trailblazers in their respective fields and are united by the common goal of wanting to represent the Muslim woman through their craft. As Muslim women continue making giant strides in both the unconventional and mainstream arenas,…
By MG StaffWe’re celebrating the seventh annual Muslim Women’s Day global campaign on March 27, 2023. Launched in response to the Muslim Ban, this initiative has expanded year after year, not only in allyship and reach, but also in impact across sectors to elevate Muslim women’s representation. Our 2023 campaign is gearing up to be more inspiring…
By MG StaffIn honor of the 2023 Muslim Women’s Day celebration, Muslim Girl and Kode With Klossy are teaming up to represent women in coding! We’re introducing the Muslim Girl Chair in the Kode With Klossy summer camp. That’s two seats reserved for Muslim girls to have the opportunity to get their foot in the door and…
By MG StaffHave you ever experienced a panic attack while going through your day? Do you have anxiety or past trauma that always seems to creep up at the worst possible time? If you are anything like me, anxiety and panic attacks are a part of everyday life. Many times my past trauma causes me to feel…
By MG StaffShamima Begum is a name that’s been embedded into British history for all the wrong reasons. In recent years the conversation about her case has shifted from Britain being hell-bent on keeping her out of the country to more calls for an investigation into how she was groomed for terrorism in the first place. But…
By MG StaffHave you been struggling to get your skincare routine down? We’ve compiled a list of Black Muslim beauty influencers who share their skincare routine to create space for diverse skin tones, textures, and representation. So, whether you’re dealing with skin issues or looking for the perfect list of products for your nighttime skincare routine, start…
By MG StaffAt the beginning of the year, my social media pages are always filled with influencers speaking about how I can make 2023 the best year of my life. In more recent years, these posts have transitioned from simple motivational speeches to focus more on the idea of manifestation. While some circles practice manifestation as a…
By MG StaffWe begin the story of Imam Ali on the 13th of Rajab 599 CE in the sweltering heat of the Makkan desserts. True to its word, the Arabian peninsula promised a hot and humid day as onlookers gathered around the Ka’aba. A commotion had pursued throughout the city as Fatima Bint Asad was moments away…
By MG Staff“Why do people even give their kids’ a difficult name when they can go with an easier one?” I overheard the other day. Even though the comment wasn’t directed toward me, I felt triggered. As a Muslim living in the United States with an obvious “foreign” name, I know it’s often seen as difficult. I…
