Disclaimer: This article is in no way meant to substitute for medical or mental health advice from a trained and educated mental health professional. Muslim Girl encourages those who need help to seek it and encourages the use of resources such as therapists, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and trained mental health professionals. You should never try…
Why We Need to See More Muslim Women In Office
Being born and raised in America, my parents constantly reminded my siblings and I of how blessed we are to be in a country that grants endless opportunities. I was told that if I worked hard to pursue my dreams and goals, I’d be successful. The reality is that no one truly understands the trials…
5 Hair Care Tips for Hijabis
Sisters, can we talk? In particular, can we talk about haircare tips for hijabis? I get it, wearing hijab can sound so simple in comparison to having to do your hair everyday for school or work, but the truth is, wearing hijab has its obstacles, from fly-away hairs peaking out for everyone to see, to…
6 Black-Owned Businesses You Should Support
August is National Black Business Month. We believe it is vital to support Black-owned businesses, so we’ve made a list of some of them for you to check out. Pretty Muslimah Boutique We think you will appreciate the select styles at this boutique for Muslim women. You might need to have someone monitor your spending…
3 of Our Favorite Islamic Cartoons
As kids grow up, there’s one thing that is universally beloved by virtually all of them: cartoons. Kids love cartoons, whether they’re watching Saturday morning cartoons or watching after school as a treat for completing homework. Back in the day, Islamic cartoons were both funny and informative. When we look at some of the most…
Netflix Documentary “Indian Matchmaking” Misses the Mark With Muslims
The Netflix show Indian Matchmaking is under fire for all the wrong reasons, whether it be colorism, classism, caste-ism, or even the matchmaker’s own insensitive remarks evidencing –isms, something else is missing from the equation of representation. And despite the talk of all things wrong with the documentary, it is still ranked one of the…
Here’s What You Should Know About Raffia Arshad
Raffia Arshad is a 40-year-old British Muslim woman who become the first hijab-wearing judge in the United Kingdom. She got her early education from grammar school in West Yorkshire. Raffia is the only person in her family to have studied at a university. Judge Arshad is also the author of the book titled Islamic Family…
What Have We Learned Since Nelson Mandela’s Arrest 58 Years Ago?
The recent tragic event with George Floyd has surely spurred an endless debate on racism. “Black Lives Matter” continues to be a discussion needed in every community. And as we look at the present day, one cannot forget about the history of the Black struggle and the leaders who sacrificed their own freedom for the…
The Explosion in Lebanon Means More Instability For an Already Struggling Country
The devastating news of an explosion in Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, has left people distraught. A country which has already been experiencing tremendous hardship such as inflation and food instability has now been hit by an explosion killing up to 73 people and injuring as many as 3,000 people. It is said that a major fire…
8 Muslim Fitness Bloggers You Should Be Following on Instagram
Hey ladies! Summer isn’t over yet, which means you still have time to get those summer bods! Follow these amazing fitness bloggers to help achieve your fitness goals this summer. We probably won’t be leaving our houses until summer 2021, anyway, so you’ve got plenty of time to get your workout routine on point. Zehra…
This Is What Mental Health Can Look Like If You’re a Minority
Disclaimer: This article is in no way meant to substitute for medical or mental health advice from a trained and educated mental health professional. Muslim Girl encourages those who need help to seek it, and encourages the use of resources such as therapists, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and trained mental health professionals. You should never try…
Here’s Why a Muslim Woman in Minnesota Filed a Suit Against Target
Almost everyone loves a good cup of coffee, and 19-year-old Aishah is no exception. On July 1, she stopped at a Starbucks location inside a Target, specifically the St. Paul-Midway Target Starbucks in Minnesota, for a treat. When she received her beverage, her name was written as “ISIS.” Look, we can understand Muslim names are…