By Lamija GutićSay, “Are those who know equal to those who do not know?” (39:9) Back in 1903, Bosnia and Herzegovina was under Austro-Hungarian rule. This was the time of enlightenment for the people of my motherland. The first museums and theaters were opened in Sarajevo, and people had started to nurture their culture. The first magazines…
By manalmoazzamIn a behind the scenes look at the first line of defense in our global battle against the recent pandemic, Muslim Girl hosted a takeover with Sheima, a UK-based nurse currently working on the frontlines of COVID-19 in the National Health Service (NHS). Sheima works at one of the biggest trauma centers in the UK,…
By MG StaffThe recent years have been a total masterclass in how to handle our business when the world is ablaze around us. From a disconcerting rise in hate crimes to politicians who need to take several seats, it truly feels like we’ve seen it all. Above the madness, the incredible women featured on this list have…
By Jessica DaqamssehAt just five years old, Mallak Faisal Zafar began training as a figure skater in Pakistan. A lack of adequate facilities eventually led her family to Dubai, where she currently resides. Now at 12-years-old, Zafar has her first international title. Last year, at the 24th International Eiscup Innsbruck 2019 (Nov. 22-24), she placed first in…
By Lana M. WaheedIt’s impossible to summarize the magnitude of impactful Muslim women that have defined the last decade, and that’s not what this list intends to do. Instead, we want to shine a light on the Muslim women that absolutely should be on your radar, who have probably had an impact on the world as you know…
By Mariam TanvirAnother entire year has passed, and now we’re on the precipice of the year 2020. Wait, what?! Wasn’t it just 2010 a short while ago? An entire decade has passed by in the blink of an eye! As the years go by, we hope for the world to grow in kindness, inclusivity, and for it…
By manalmoazzamFor Black Friday, we asked you, our beloved #MuslimGirlClique to come through with small Muslim-owned businesses you loved to support. It’s an understatement to say that you came through for us! You introduced us to so many businesses we hadn’t even heard of before that we couldn’t even fit them on one list! And so,…
By kawtherinuwaViolence against children encompasses all forms of violence against those under the age of 18, regardless of who the perpetrator may be. According to a 2016 study, it is estimated that up to 1 billion children globally – over half of all children – between the ages of 2-17 have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional…
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 Amani SalahudeenMuslim kids are noticeably absent in ballet, and yet with the first headscarf-wearing ballerina coming to light, isn’t it about time we get the proper representation that we deserve? Lucky for us, two 20-something Muslim women agree, and decided to open a ballet school where they dance to poetry instead of music. 24-year-old Maisie Alexandra…
By Amani SalahudeenEditor’s note: In honor of International Day of the Girl, our girl Amani tells us exactly why the nomination of two African Muslim women working towards uplifting their communities represents so much more than it seems. Two of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize nominees were Ilwad Eman, 29, and Hajer Sharief, 26. They are both part…
By MG StaffOn August 1, 2019, Khadijah Mellah (18), made history by becoming the first female British Muslim jockey to win a competitive race in the 2019 Magnolia Cup at Goodwood Racecourse. Watch this video to see Khadijah’s story, follow her journey, find out what brought her into this male-dominated sport, and be inspired. She is an…
By Amani SalahudeenFrom the very beginning, S.K. Ali exploded onto the literary scene with the flair and determination of a woman with much to teach us. After earning a degree in Creative Writing at York University in Canada, Ali released her first novel, “Saints and Misfits.” It was instantly featured as a “Best Teen Novel in 2017”…
By aminaradwanEditor’s note: If you, or someone you know is being bullied for any reason, please reach out and tell someone. Do not suffer in silence. There are resources available to you, whether it’s to speak to staff members at school, or call an anti-bullying hotline. CBS News wrote an article on July 9 of this…
By vanessaelshamyDear Jameela Jamil, Simply put, you’re a badass. I, among so many other women, can’t even begin to say how much I appreciate your rawness and honesty. Being that you have such a huge platform, I commend you greatly for using it to help those who don’t have as much of an opportunity to use…
