While COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on people all around the world, it’s been communities of color that have been devastated the most. A group particularly impacted by the virus has been Palestinian refugees. There are 5.6 million Palestinian refugees — most of whom are living in overcrowded, dangerous conditions leading to the increased exposure and…
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10 Eid Makeup Looks We Loved
COVID-19 and social distancing didn’t stop sisters from serving face this Eid! We picked some of our favorite makeup looks we spotted on the ‘gram, and compiled them for your viewing pleasure (and inspiration). While some kept it fresh faced, with soft “no makeup” looks, others went full glamazon. Still others opted for classic combos…
10 of Our Favorite #BlackOutEid Looks
A few years ago, producer and screenwriter Aamina Mohamed created the #BlackOutEid hashtag after noticing that much of the Eid content shared online rarely featured Black Muslims. Each year since then, the hashtag has gone viral as Black Muslims celebrate their faith — and their style — and Black Muslims from over the world participate….
This Is How Muslims Around the World Celebrated Quarant-EID
Eid-al-Fitr is such an amazing time of year. We all look forward to it after a month of fasting, and we usually celebrate in such joyous ways: surrounded by family and friends, feasts for days, and new clothes. There’s always an air of excitement in the days leading up to this wonderful holiday. This year…
Here’s How to Perform Eid Prayer at Home
This article was published on Muslim on 5/24/2020, and has been republished with permission of Muslim. Watch the video above, or read on below to find out how to perform your Eid prayers at home. After a month of quarantined fasting, Eid-al-Fitr is upon us! Eid-al-Fitr falls on the first of Shawwal (the tenth month of…
Here’s Why It’s Okay If You’re Not Excited About Celebrating Eid
The past few months having been nothing short of scary and overwhelming. Countries around the world are under lockdown. People are forced to isolate from one another. It’s no surprise then that we, as social creatures, can begin to feel insurmountable grief as we are forced into a way of life which fundamentally goes against…
Why This Ramadan Has Been My Best Ramadan Yet
Ramadan taking place during the COVID-19 pandemic might be challenging for some, but surprisingly, it hasn’t been for me. For the first time ever, Ramadan is peaceful, quiet, and without stress. The hectic food prep, influx of guests, and food orders is nowhere to be found, replaced instead by quiet, peacefulness, serenity, and self-care time….
An Open Letter to the Class of 2020
Dear Class of 2020, Here’s to us! I know this is not what we envisioned when we thought of how our graduation would go. I know that some of you probably thought that the worst that could happen would be tripping over your heels as you walked to get your diploma. I was a transfer…
Why I’m at Peace During a Pandemic Despite My Anxiety
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…
6 Creative Ways to Spread Kindness During the Coronavirus Crisis
It’s hard to escape the doom and gloom of the current news cycle. Whether I turn on the TV, scroll through my Twitter feed, check my text messages, or hop into a virtual hangout, the topics always center on COVID-19. Where is it spreading? When is it ending? Why are we experiencing a toilet paper…
9 Tips For Ramadan Under Lockdown
This is going to be a different — and perhaps difficult — Ramadan for everyone this year. No one could have anticipated such things would happen the way have this year, but indeed, Allah is the best of planners. Now, I don’t claim to be an expert on the subject, but I thought I would…
The COVID-19 Crisis Is Showing Why We Need Universal Healthcare in the U.S.
The ongoing nightmare of COVID 19 and the global pandemic has revealed major differences between countries. One of the most prominent differences involves the provision of health care services to citizens of the world by their respective countries. And the United States is coming in looking abysmally bad, backwards, and abusive to those living with…
Watch: What Are the Islamic Ethics Surrounding Medical Issues Like COVID-19?
In this very beneficial talk, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi speaks with Dr. Aasim Padella regarding the COVID-19 crisis and the intersection of the Islamic medical ethics in modern times. This is a timely and imperative lecture which may answer many of your questions about COVID-19, including newer information about how the virus is now believed to…
Watch: Workers in Tunisia Isolate in a Factory for One Month Due to COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to ravage the world, one factory owner in Tunisia made a difficult decision. He and his employees have quarantined themselves at work in the factory for an entire month, along with on-site cooks and medical professionals, so that they can continue manufacturing the vital personal protective equipment that healthcare professionals on the…
Here’s How 4 Muslim Girls Are Keeping Busy While Social Distancing
These are unprecedented times. You might be finding yourself at home longer than you initially thought, or if your business is essential, you might even be out more. If you fall under the first category, here’s how four staff members at Muslim Girl have been keeping themselves busy and sane throughout this crazy time. Family…