Tag: Women

Muslim representation: A Pyrrhic victory

Muslim Representation: A pyrrhic victory?

Muslims are questioning representation following the mostly bad media portrayal we receive in the news, movies and on social media. From Europe to Africa, from sports to medicine, Muslims, especially Muslim women in hijab face a lot of...

She/Her Burden

Lessons from a Kayayei

After working with UNFPA Ghana for the past two years, I decided to leave and explore opportunities outside the organization. This new opportunity would allow me to test my abilities, expand my portfolio, and grow horizontally. I was nonetheless...

Menstruation and spirituality

MENSTRUATION AND SPIRITUALITY

How do you balance menstruation(periods) and spirituality? We don’t usually have conversations around menstruation and spirituality but then, I know it’s an issue that confronts us as Muslim women. As Muslim women, we have been exempted...

its not about the burqa- on representation

IT’S NOT ABOUT THE BURQA- ON REPRESENTATION.

The book It is not about the Burqa beautifully discusses issues on representation.The unique stories of Muslim women , Culture, society ,love, and the harsh realities that Muslim women face. Muslim women portrayal by the media oppressed and never...

“Modestly you” with Imahn Amadou.

What is your ideal style? Abaya/Dresses. Occasionally Palazzos.   2. How do you plan your outfit? Not sure how to answer this. I just go with the flow lol. Also different outfit styles for different occasions. I can’t wear palazzo to a wedding...

“Modestly You” with Salma Mustapha.

What is your ideal style?       My ideal style I’ll say is finding an appropriate outfit for the appropriate occasion. I like to call it Simple but bold.I love to have unique details in my styles. I’ll describe my style as creative...