By Marwa DiafI was personally super excited for the launch of the Banana Republic hijabs. No, not because we desperately needed them. Not because they’re affordable, but because they represented more than that. These hijabs and the model represented inclusion and diversity. Growing up, I was always discouraged by the fact that hijab and modest clothing weren’t…
By Vanessa ElShamy“I like the religion that teaches liberty, equality, and fraternity.” – B. R. Ambedkar Islam teaches all of these things — liberty, equality, and fraternity — but they’re not always shown by Muslims, especially not equality. Islam is a diverse religion with people all over the globe converting to Islam every year, but sometimes it’s…
By Sahra MaganZakat, or charity, is one of the fundamental tenets that underpins the faith of all Muslims. It is, after all, a pillar of Islam. The giving of wealth to less fortunate Muslims, especially in the Holy month of Ramadan, has a long tradition. The companions of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, were famously generous…
By Hira UddinIt’s that time of the year when social media timelines are flooded with pictures and posts of friends sharing important milestones and life-achievements — from graduations to weddings to births. As I click the “like” button or double-tap these special moments, my attention is diverted by flashes of distraught and famished faces of the Rohingya…
By Sajida HydoubDisclaimer: This piece in no way intends to diminish the death of Deah Barakat, Yusor Abu-Salha, and Razan Abu-Salha, nor does it intend to prioritize one over the other. My deepest condolences to their families and loved ones and all victims of recent events of violence against Muslims. May Allah cleanse them of their sins…
By emma“It is not possible to build bridges between people while forgetting God. But the converse is also true: It is not possible to establish true links with God while ignoring other people. Hence, it is important to intensify dialogue among the various religions and I am thinking particularly of dialogue with Islam.” -Pope Francis Welcoming…
