By MG StaffAs the coronavirus continues to spread and the number of verified cases increases in areas that are newly hit (or just now gaining access to proper testing), the media has been ablaze with various reports regarding the virus. Did you know that Islam, which provides a set of guidelines for Muslim to live by, has…
By MG Staff“Dear Black Muslim Women” is a love letter dedicated to young Black Muslim girls who look like me. This is the letter that I have always wanted growing up. I wanted to create a form of art that highlights our struggle of being a part of the three most mistreated, discriminated against, and dehumanized identities in…
By MG StaffIt’s Valentine’s Day, fam! For those of you without a date (take it easy, haram police, you know it’s happening), we’ve compiled some of the cringiest Muslim pick-up lines to keep you far away from the plethora of heart-shaped chocolates and paraphernalia. At least until tomorrow. Hello, discount candy! These one-liners will make you cry,…
By Envy, or hasad, as it is referred to in surah al-Falaq, is something we ask Allah SWT to protect ourselves from, whether it is having others feel that way towards us or feeling that way ourselves. A little while ago, I taught Sunday school at a masjid for over eleven years, first as an assistant…
By On the 11th of December, the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP)-led Indian government struck a deep blow at the ideals of secularism and egalitarianism that the country was founded on. The Indian Parliament voted in favour of the Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 (CAB), a legislation that seeks to strip millions of Muslim migrants in India of…
By bintaBismillah. I’m 29 years old. Shocking, I know. How dare a woman share her age on a public platform? I’ve been through some ups and downs in life. I was a pretty shy and awkward kid. I had a few friends, but for the most part, I kept to myself. I watched X-Men, and listened…
By manalmoazzamAh, Black Friday. The only day out of three hundred and sixty five where you can shop like your life depends on it without any judgement. You’ve already binged that turkey, and now it’s time to binge your favorite businesses. Yeah, I said it. So, on this most joyous of days and for your shopping…
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 Halloween is right around the corner and you know what that means — neighbors decorating their houses with spooky decorations, people splurging money on delicious sugary treats, and kids chatting enthusiastically in preparation for the big day. However, as a child, unlike most of my friends and neighbors, I wasn’t allowed to participate in the…
By Jessica DaqamssehThe sun kissed my bare arms. My pale skin burned red, dripping pools of sweat. A forgotten sensation triggered internal conflicts: discomfort and relief; shame and freedom. My new beginning, birthed in pain and spiritual turmoil, reduced to the superficial. A constant friend’s comfortable embrace unraveled the strings from their stitch. Holes loosened bonds to…
By manalmoazzamThey say that in times of great strife, when it literally feels like there is no way out, there’s no greater solution than the one gained by seeking advice from someone who is able to look at the situation at hand with fresh eyes, and a brand-new perspective. After all, you never know what type…
By manalmoazzamAs we speak, pilgrims around the globe are probably neck-deep in preparation for Hajj 2019. For those who may not be aware, this daunting, yet eagerly anticipated fifth pillar of Islam is a time when Muslims from around the globe — who are able to, both physically and financially — descend upon the holiest cities…
By MG StaffAre you with us? MuslimGirl.com introduces “The Post-Up,” a new weekly newsletter in collaboration with Muslim, an online media project and platform aimed to create a community for the Muslim youth. Consider “The Post-Up” as your post-Jummah digest, where you receive all the latest and recent news stories pertaining to your Muslim identity. “The Post-Up”…
By Some people will say I am crazy, while others will agree and applaud the idea. It is no hidden secret that talk shows do gain much attention and cover many topics of discussion. But if you reside in the United States, as I do, you will notice that most talk shows have celebrities, or well-known…
By kawtherinuwaEid-Al-Fitr has come and gone, and I hope all of you beautiful people had a wonderful and blessed Eid! With Eid comes celebrations, lots of food, and of course, the mandatory Eid picture; a chance for you to serve your fiercest looks. One of the things I love the most about Eid is that it’s…
