Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan, Malia Bouattia, Lauren Booth, Sahar Al Faifi and more pull out of BLF over counter-extremism funding
Over the last week individuals who were scheduled to take part in the Bradford Literature Festival have announced their withdrawal from the event after it…
Does reflecting on the beauty of the dunya bring you closer or nearer to Allah?
As a child, one of the most amazing things I discovered about myself was my deep love for beauty. I never for one moment failed…
Theatre Review: Death of a Salesman
Let’s begin with some context. Two weeks ago, my friend and I were excitedly waiting outside Hackney Empire to watch a book we love be…
Patriarchy in the Quran & Sunnah, female scholarship and self-love: in conversation with The Salafi Feminist
If there is anyone on social media that makes me think about my presence as a Muslim woman in this world, it is Zainab bint…
Amaliah Voices: In Conversation With Muneera Williams
Hello loves! We’re excited to bring you this episode on Amaliah Voices this week. We were fortunate enough to get a sit down with none-other…
3 women share life in the NHS: Trials, Tribulations, and Tears
We have asked three Muslim women working in the NHS about their experiences: Taslima Rashid: Role – Registrar: Specialist trainee in sexual health and HIV Anika…
Ethical Brands: In conversation with Dress Designer & Tailor Hafsah Khan
I came across Hafsah’s profile when I was feeling incredibly underrepresented by mainstream brands when it came to finding long sleeved long dresses for weddings.…
Greece has it’s first ever mosque in Athens
According to the Greek City Times, the construction of a new mosque is being shaped in downtown Athens and is in its final stages. A…
100 opinions on why Muslim women do and don’t change their surnames post marriage
We wanted to find out what out what the Amaliah community thought of changing surnames after getting married. We had over 160 responses in a…
Honeymooning in South America
From watching shooting stars from a luxury eco-lodge in the Chilean Atacama desert, zip-wiring over the Amazon jungle canopy, spotting pretty flamingos on lakes as…
Everyone has flaws, but what if those flaws violently hurt the ones you love?
TRIGGER WARNING: This article deals with the theme of domestic violence and touches upon themes of suicide and mental health – please take care when…
Dr HANX: The 13 contraceptive options
We talk to our resident Doctor, Dr. Hanx on different topics, relatable to all of you HANX guys and girls. No nonsense, educational posts…
Difficult conversations: The importance of bathing the deceased
Any mistakes in the facts of this article are due to my own shortcomings and I ask for forgiveness if I have stated anything…
Would you get STD tested before marriage? I did – as a virgin…
I found the man I wanted to marry after ten years of searching. At that time, I was less interested in the dress and more…
Mosque spotlight: The wooden mosque-Kruszyniany Mosque, Poland
The diversity of Islam can be seen in our beautiful architecture and places of worship around the world; this week we are looking at…
Lauren Booth’s Book, my thoughts & learnings
Lauren Booth, the pro-Palestinian Activist and sister in law of former Prime Minister Tony Blair writes her story of how she became a Muslim. Her…
This Muslim student had to leave art school because she didn’t want to draw naked people
Flying while Muslim, working while Muslim and our latest addition; going to university while Muslim. Being Muslim comes with our own guidelines and a framework…
In Maryam’s footsteps: Preparing for natural childbirth
As I fiddle with the keyboard, I begin to recall the first rush of adrenaline I experienced the very day I saw the ‘show’ indicating…
We answer 9 FAQ’s about the vagina, from discharge to vaginal dryness
Our vagina is often exposed to an awful lot without us realising. Growing up, if you weren’t educated well on the human anatomy, and didn’t feel…
12 Questions with Rapper Neelam Hakeem: Misogynistic Hip-Hop, modesty, and subverting rap culture
Neelam Hakeem is a Seattle born, multi-talented spoken word poet, former medical claims analyst, mother, rapper, and fierce advocate of women’s rights. The rapper moved…
Reflections on visiting Sudan: A country of love living in fear…
As a British Sudanese, whenever I’m asked where I originate from, I willingly reply, ‘Sudan’. We hold a reputation built on loyalty, honesty and kindness,…
A FLY Girl’s guide to University is here and it’s what every student of colour needs
A FLY Girl’s Guide to University has arrived, reading over the name and purpose of the book we are glad that it’s finally arrived and for…
I believe black people need their own United Nations
Black people need an international body operating on a global scale that delivers what Malcolm outlined in his basic unity program. Black people need a…
Decolonise your child’s book shelf
Creating an environment where an individual feels accepted and seen begins young, it begins at the fingertips of young hands flicking through books and playing…
Movita Johnson Harrell becomes First Black Muslim state representative to the city with the highest Muslim population in the USA
On Tuesday the 12th of March the seat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives was won by Movita Johnson-Harrel, she won 66 % of the vote.…
Dear Boris Johnson…Signed, A Veiled Muslim Woman.
Dear Boris Johnson, I, a Muslim woman, watched the paltry defence of your puerile and vile comments regarding veiled Muslims to Beth Rigby, with the…
How men’s silence hurts women
What’s troubled me about the #metoo movement from its inception is struggling with the appropriate boundaries of the movement. Is it simply about sexual assault?…
5 Reasons Boris’s language is dangerous & divisive
As Boris launches his leadership campaign many begin to look back at the comments he has made about and against Muslim women, Black men and…
The Freelancing Muslim Mother: A reflection of my life
‘A man came to the Prophet and said, ‘O Messenger of God! Who among the people is the most worthy of my good companionship? The…
A niqab wearing, second wife having Muslim woman disturbs the monolithic idea of who a Muslim woman is
This week a Muslim instagram couple who have often been labelled as couple goals came out to announce that the husband had married another woman…
Three essentials from ASOS for undecided weather!
With the weather changing its mind every other day it helps to have pieces that help you dress for the weather! I always overheat…
Why I unfollow Muslim women who take the hijab off
This week I watched a video by a well-known blogger who inspired me to write this. Whilst I’m not here to write about whether I…
Self care Week: Remedying Loneliness in Adulthood
Adulthood comes with a lot of scams, two of which I was not prepared for. Firstly, I never knew you could be tired all the…
Upcycle Glass jars for your home & gifts
I seem to be accumulating a collection of jars in my kitchen and bathroom as I slowly try to go plastic-free, there’s so many I…
Mosque Spotlight: Sakirin Mosque in Turkey is designed by a woman: Zeynep Fadillioglu
The Sakirin Mosque in Istanbul Turkey stands out for a number of reasons amongst the several thousand mosques in Turkey. Turkey is home to over…
How to nurture confidence and self-assurance in our daughters
Strong Girls. Smart Girls. Rebel Girls. Rule The World Girls. We are living in a moment where every month seems to bring with it a…
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