“Mum, Why Are There No Female Prophets?” – Princesses of Paradise & Strong Female Leaders in Islam
Name two Prophets who didn’t have a father? Hmmm….prophet Adam? Yes awesome! “… aaaaandddd…. I forgot…his name …” Prophet Adam had neither mother not father…
Hajj over the years from 1400 to 2020
The Hajj as I have known it as an observer has changed due to the Pandemic which has meant restrictions such as social distancing have…
The Lessons From Hajj That Changed My Life
Hajj is a life-changing experience in the life of a Muslim. It is a pillar of Islam, meaning it is one of a Muslim’s…
Hustles + Hobbies: The Art of Cake Design with Chaimaa Creates
At Amaliah, we’ve started a series talking to women who are championing the art of hobbies. We’ve spoken to Esra Alhamal about the art of…
Raising muslim children in the age of secular liberalism
There are certain landmarks in the landscape of your existence, that change the course of it irreversibly. My hajj experience stands out as singularly the…
Through divorce, I am a Work of Kintsugi-“Once broken, forever healed”
Divorce is often an excruciatingly painful experience for many women, especially those who find themselves on the receiving end of that momentous decision. Once upon…
Taking Oral Contraception? Here’s what you need to know from a nutritional perspective
Disclaimer: This information does not constitute and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice. Consult your doctor or healthcare provider for advice…
On Palestine: 10 Fiction and Non-Fiction Book Recommendations
Bookstagrammer Yara Yaghi has curated a list of books on Palestine which are both in Arabic and English. We have shared a few of the…
A 16 Point Guide On How To Get Paid Your Worth As A Person Of Color
*by large companies. Last week, actresses Gabrielle Union and Gina Rodriguez came together to speak about how as women of color they were consistently…
24 Questions to ask your potential spouse about finances and money management
We already have our list of 53 questions to ask your potential spouse. We thought it was time to get into the particulars, in this edition…
#SaveBrickLane from social cleansing
Brick Lane. The very name of this lane conjures images of curry houses, beigel shops and the famous Brick Lane Mosque. At the south end…
5 Steps to Becoming More Financially Responsible
I’ve been a student (a pennywise student at that), I’ve lost money, I’ve gained money, invested money (wisely and some less so) and throughout it…
Our abuse of the earth is a reflection of our internal state
Asthma. Obesity. Cancer. Depression. Advances in industry and technology have manifested in the phenomenon we call ‘diseases of civilization’, and they go far deeper than…
Busra Kayikci: On finding her identity as a music composer
Büşra Kayıkçı is a composer and designer from Istanbul, Turkey. Busra took over our Instagram and invited us to understand her passion and career for…
On My Bookshelf: The 40 Rules of Love Book Review
Two parallel narratives, both enthralling stories of LOVE. One, a contemporary love story entwining man and woman. The other, an ancient tale of kinship between…
Hustles + Hobbies: Islamic Illumination with Esra Alhamal
At Amaliah, we’ve started a series talking to women who are championing the art of hobbies. We’ve spoken to Azeezat Adeola about mindfulness in knitting…
Shackled to Motherhood: On The Pressure to Have Children as a Muslim Woman
I don’t think I want to have kids. I’m waiting for the elusive switch to click. The maternal one, the one where you…
10 Things You Can Do To Show Solidarity with Palestine
With the situation in Palestine worsening every day, people on the ground have called for global action to show solidarity with Palestinians and to amplify…
My Journey with Infertility
As a doctor, I knew the statistics were on my side when it came to getting pregnant. I was 28, and in good health, with…
MFest 2021: The Muslim Cultural Festival of the Year Launching This Weekend
Anti-racism struggles, Young Adult literature, the future of cinema…if any of these topics sparked your interest, then we have the perfect event for you!…
The Uyghur Diaspora: “Anything we do to keep our culture alive is a form of resistance…”
Hana Manadath profiles four individuals fighting to keep Uyghur culture alive through food and fashion as well as those doing advocacy work to bring further…
Transcendence through Religion and Drugs: The Importance of Re-evaluating Intentions
Scrolling through your social media feed, it’s very likely that you will come across a number of posts by Muslim pages, groups and individuals encouraging…
What’s your outdoor Eid vibe like?
We love a good Eid inspo post here at Amaliah to get us in the mood for that Eid munch and let’s be honest, the…
A list of UK Mosques open for Eid Salah for Muslim Women
This list has been compiled by My Mosque Story and Muslimah App. This list was last updated at 11:50 on 12th May 2021. Eid is…
They reminded me to remind you of it’s beauty-Reflections on the Al-Aqsa
Originally published in 2019 Many of us may not be aware that Masjid al Aqsa is the third holiest site for Muslims after Masjid al-Haram…
Healing through prayer and patience
“ The only darkness we should allow into our lives is the night, and even then we have the moon.” – Warsan Shire Learning to be…
Classic Eid crafts to make or print from @Sweet Fajr
Source: Sweetfajr Every year there’s always something new in the crafts and printables space online and we love it, we will be sharing them through Ramadan…
Mosque tour series: Old Kent road run by the Nigerian community
Originally written in 2018 Whilst most mosques I’ve been to do not have a woman’s section we embarked on a journey in Ramadan to visit…
Reflecting enables us to acknowledge and honour what we’ve been through
The past two years have forced many of us to overdo reflection as many of us spend more time at home. Taking time to pause…
A list of over 100 UK Mosques open for Taraweeh this Ramadan for Muslim Women
This list has been compiled by My Mosque Story who encourage you to visit the website of the mosque or give them a call prior to…
Black Women & Online Dating: An Unmatch Made in Heaven?
Even before quarantine began, Muslims flocked to Halal dating apps to look for a spouse. I’ve heard from many friends and friends of friends who…
Why Copenhagen Should be at the Top of Your Travel List
I know what you’re thinking: a travel recommendation in the middle of a pandemic, has she been living under a rock? But hear me out.…
The importance of documenting Muslim women in history and now: Honouring the Leadership Legacy of Queen Amina of Zaria
Recent developments concerning the unearthing of women figures in Muslim history have shown the importance of documenting the histories of Muslim women of the past…
How We can amplify our duas by learning Allah’s names
“And Allah’s names are the best names, so call on Him and leave those who violate the sanctity of His Names. They shall be recompensed…
How to talk to your kids about not watching the new Mulan movie
Article originally published here …Or How To Unpack The Experience If You’ve Already Seen It. It’s not the way you expected it to go. After…
Loving yourself is loving Allah, why self care is an ibadah
“So which of the favors of your Lord would you deny?” (55:38). Your heart and corporeal self, are among the myriad of Allah’s favors…
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