By Zainab KhanO’Shae Sibley, a 28-year-old African American man who identified as LGBTQ+, was stabbed to death outside of a Mobil Gas Station in Brooklyn, New York on July 29, 2023. A group of individuals confronted him and his friends for playing Beyonce music while dancing. The young men were bothered by Sibley’s dancing in public and…
By Zainab KhanNouhaila Benzina etched her name in history as she became the pioneer footballer to don a hijab during a World Cup match. Until 2014, the wearing of the hijab at the World Cup was prohibited due to health and safety reasons. While on the field last Sunday, Nouhaila Benzina, adorned in her hijab, challenged norms…
By Zainab KhanThe tragic incident involving a reckless driver colliding with a vehicle carrying five Somali girls has left us heartbroken. Khalid Omar, the director of their mosque, described Sabiriin Ali, Sagal Hersi, Siham Adam, Sahra Gesaade, and Salma Abdikadir as “pearls of the community — and the brightness of our future.” Here’s what we know so…
By Zainab KhanFatima Mohammed has been trending globally for all the right reasons. She spoke against the Israeli-military regime that continues to murder Palestinian people and termed the NYPD to be fascist in the way they operate. Truth be told, she was right. It comes as no surprise that media outlets are tarnishing and harassing Mohammed for…
By Zainab KhanEmbracing the religion of Islam is a great honor. However, entering into a new religion can be daunting. Finding a support system and navigating through life’s moments can seem difficult for reverts. Here is a list of inspirational and motivating videos for reverts as they journey through Islam! The Internet Can Be a Supportive You…
By Zainab KhanWithout giving away spoilers or details of the occurrences in “A Bit of Earth”, I’m here to tell you that this coming-of-age novel was whimsical, thought-provoking, and inspirational. The novel, written by Karuna Riazi follows the journey of an orphan, Maria Latif who is struggling to find her place in New York City. Arriving at…
By Zainab KhanIn Islam, the mosque signifies a communal place of worship and is often seen as a safe haven for Muslims to pray and partake in community activities. While congregational prayer in mosques is led by an Imam (religious, male figure) and most attendees at mosques are males, women also partake in being active members of…
By Zainab KhanThe last ten nights of Ramadan are considered the most auspicious because one of these nights marks Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power. It was on this night that the Angel Jibreel revealed the verses of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH.) Muslims around the world spend the night of Laylatul Qadr in worship. Although…
By Zainab KhanIt’s not a surprise that the idea of polygamy is gaining popularity, especially in a society where shows like The Bachelor and Temptation Island are high-rating. Not to mention, we have social media influencers such as Andrew Tate endorsing a polygamous lifestyle and celebrities like Nick Canon who actively practice it. So, What’s Up With…
By Zainab KhanThe subject of the seventh annual #MuslimWomensDay global campaign was “Digitalization of Women and Girls.” We had our partners, Muslim women, and even allies join us in celebrating by sharing what Muslim Women’s Day signifies for them by using the hashtag #MuslimWomensDay. Artists on social media displayed their works of art and graphics to remember…
By Zainab KhanOur theme for the seventh annual Muslim Women’s Day 2023 aligned with UN Women on the “Digitalization of Women and Girls.” In the spirit of empowering the Muslim women’s narrative in the digital landscape, our inspiring partners launched another powerful editorial takeover by centering our voices online. Here are just a few of the content…
By Zainab KhanThe Women of Iran are our honorees for Muslim Women to Watch 2023, Muslim Girl’s annual list of the prolific Muslim women making our year. Mahsa Amini, a young Kurdish woman was visiting Iran in September 2022. As she was exploring the streets of Tehran, the morality police approached her concerning the way Amini had draped…
By Zainab KhanAccording to Al Jazeera, the death toll surpassed 40,000 in the Turkey-Syria earthquake. This devastating earthquake has left many families without homes, water, food, and electricity. If you are looking to help the victims of this disaster, here are some organizations accepting donations. Syrian American Medical Society The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) is a…
By Zainab KhanAs we celebrate Valentine’s Day, or at the very least, recognize others who may be celebrating today, you may be wondering about your own love life. Maybe you are interested in someone or talking to someone in hopes of a future with them. Before you move too fast, there are a lot of steps to…
By Zainab KhanIt has been a tumultuous week for U.S. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, who was voted off the Foreign Affairs Committee by the GOP. Making good on the political grudge they’ve vocally held against Omar since the last term, Republicans reignited years-old attacks accusing the Congresswoman of being anti-Semitic because of her political criticism of Israel. With…
