Raising money online for charity this Ramadan – A 7 point guide
As we enter the last 10 days of the blessed month of Ramadan, perhaps now is the time for our hours of scrolling on social…
A small gentle reminder to myself to keep going this Ramadan
“By the morning brightness, And by the night when it covers with darkness, Your Lord has not forsaken you, nor has He become displeased,” – {Surah Ad-Duha…
Not able to do I’tikaf at the masjid? 11 tips on I’tikaf at home
Bismillah I’tikaf is an Islamic practice consisting of a period of staying in a Mosque, or at home, for a certain number of days, devoting…
Ramadan Covid-19 Diaries: A mother stranded in another country, away from her 7 children
This article was originally published on AboutIslam.net by Brooke Benoit. We share this with permission from Brooke in the hope the right person sees this…
The Amaliah Anthology; Turning Your Favourite Articles into your favourite podcast series
Hey everyone! We thought it was about time that we turn some of our most read pieces over on Amaliah.com into some of our most…
4 books written by Muslim Women, read and reviewed
I am going to introduce you to Four Fabulous Fiction Novels by Muslim Women! If you’re looking for something that isn’t about marriage/family drama/romance/friendship struggles/hilarious…
Suhoor, the often ignored sister of Iftar – We want to hear your #SuhoorStories2020
It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said: The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said:…
30 Deeds for 30 Days this ramadan from The Amaliah Community
This article is sponsored* by National Zakat Foundation UK (NZF), find out more about their work and how they are transforming your local Muslim communities…
30 Days, 30 Short Amaliah Reads to fill pockets of your time this Ramadan
This article is sponsored* by LaunchGood “The most beloved deeds to Allah are those done regularly even if it is little” This year you can…
We asked you to help a sis out who’s away from family this Ramadan and here’s what you shared
When we are stuck and in need of inspiration we always turn to the Amaliah Community on Instagram. You all always have some gems and wisdom…
3 Mamas tell us how they will be spending their Lockdown Ramadan with their children
This article is sponsored by Anafiya Gifts, find out more about their children’s books and gifts here We are in uncharted territory this Ramadan, for…
Dear Ramadan, Ramadan my friend…
Dear Ramadan, Ramadan my friend. I woke this morning with a feeling of quiet and calm- – have you noticed the sound of the birds…
Two Sense; the Muslim Blogger Blueprint, Us Vs. Media + Embracing the Ordinary Life
Welcome back to our fortnightly Two Sense series, in which Selina, Nafisa + Sara, hit the roundtable to put their two cents on 4 subjects they’d each like to…
Stewards of the Earth: Preparing for a green Ramadan
Written for Ramadan 2019 Sustainability and the environment have been on my mind a lot recently. After reading some articles on Amaliah about ethical fashion,…
Do you know the dua for breaking your fast? Here are printables to keep in sight
We’ve rounded up a few printables available on Etsy mainly to have in your home or work-place to help remind you of the dua for…
Book Review – That Can Be Arranged: A Muslim Love Story
“The thing I most want readers to take away from this story is that Muslims are not a monolith. And while writing this book has…
Getting ready for Ramadan….Beyond stockpiling the freezer!
With two weeks to go before the start of Ramadan, I began some planning for this special month of mercy and forgiveness. Planning involving taking actions to be…
Tiny acts of Ibadah to do from your kitchen top
As a diaspora, the story of the margarine tub has done the rounds, right? The surprise lasagne or cake sitting in the faded tub? I’m…
#AnythingIsBetterThanNothing – the campaign started by an A&E doctor urging PPE donations
As key workers still face having to go into work without adequate Personal Protective equipment, Dr Lamis Latif, a GP and A&E urgent care doctor…
Anxiety, faith, and God: Let our reliance on Allah not be only when we are troubled
‘Then do you remember Me; I will remember you. Be grateful to Me, and reject not Faith’ (2:152) I have a special connection with one…
The call to prayer to be broadcast on BBC Local Radio
With many from the Muslim community unable to visit local mosques due to their temporary closure amid the coronavirus crisis, BBC radio have taken the…
Amaliah art class, are you coming? Join @thislakshmi online!
View this post on Instagram I’m teaching an online workshop next Saturday 4th April @12.30 GMT with @amaliah_com It’s a closed zoom session with time…
Storing fresh fruit and veg better to last longer
We were raised in a home which reminded us not to waste food, my father always points to the random grain of rice that finds…
Verses in the Quran that show me “Fa Inni Qareeb”, Allah is near…
Hardships are destined for us all in this life. As slaves of Allah we know that we will be tested- Allah reminds us of this…
Amaliah Nights In is going online
We’re bringing you Amaliah Nights In online – last year we launched the series with our sold-out event bringing you together over some chilled vibes…
The Power of Movement: Get moving!
Much of women’s fitness information on the social media world does very little for the health and wellbeing of women. This might be an…
Amaliah Launches A Brand New Daily Podcast Series For The Coronavirus Crisis
Hey everyone! Welcome to Amaliah works from home! Selina, Nafisa and Sara have decided to stream their daily morning meetings where they check in with…
The UK government’s current response to coronavirus has been classist, ableist, and elitist
Officially declared a pandemic on 11th March 2020 by the World Health Organisation, as of today, the Coronavirus has claimed the lives of approximately 5,500…
Intending to Bloom: “Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature”
I sat cross-legged on the floor, poised and aligned, exhaling as I made room for the words that were about to position its new-found…
Motherhood isn’t For Everyone: Honouring the Diversity of the Female Experience
The BBC’s Victoria Derbyshire programme placed a spotlight on an important, highly emotive and (therefore) controversial topic: the mothers who regret deciding to have children.…
The Importance of Recognising the Socio-Economic Context for women on requesting their god given financial rights
Over the last couple of days Muslim Twitter, and more specifically British Muslim Twitter, has been engulfed in yet another round of (the seemingly endless)…
This book is honouring the work of ‘Aisha (RA) – Here’s our interview with author Nuriddeen Knight
You may have already heard the buzz around the 40 Hadith of our Mother ‘Aisha (ra), but you’ve got an interview with the author here first!…
Dr. Amra Bone: The UK’s First Female Sharia Council Judge
With an estimated 30 Shariah courts around the UK according to a study conducted in 2012 in Reading the BBC reported, and the number rising to…
Could you help to reclaim the history of Malcolm X’s time with Muslims in Britain?
As the fifty-fifth anniversary of Malcolm X’s assassination passes, Everyday Muslim has made an appeal to Muslims in Britain and worldwide to help document Malcolm…