Back To Basics | Making Salah Your Dialogue With The Divine
“Glory be to the One Who took His servant ˹Muḥammad˺ by night from the Sacred Mosque to the Farthest Mosque whose surroundings We have blessed,…
Revisiting Islamic Education Before Colonialism
The call to acquire and understand knowledge can be traced back to the times of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when Angel Jibreel revealed unto him…
Fatima Al-Fihri – The Woman Behind the Oldest University of the World
The 7th until the 16th century was an era of significant scientific, religious, philosophical and cultural development for Muslims around the globe. The Islamic Civilisation…
Self discovery: don’t wait for the new year to begin self development
With the explosion of self-love and self-discovery talk across the internet, I started to notice a pattern across the board. Islam is known to be…
Agony Aunt: How To Pray on Time at Work
We know that Amaliah is like a Big Sis and sometimes our DMs have been filled with requests for advice on a range of life…
A Big Sister’s Guide to Higher Education in the UK
Choosing an undergraduate university degree can be overwhelming, especially when faced with countless options. It also requires a level of accountability that many of us…
What Is Happening in Sudan? A Resource and Guide
Sudan is facing a turbulent and dangerous time right now, and is currently experiencing “one of the worst humanitarian nightmares in recent history“, according to…
The spiritual checklist: Preparing the heart for the month of Ramadan
Sow the seeds in Rajab Irrigate the crop in Sha’ban Reap the harvest in Ramadan A Ramadan well-prepared for can change your life, in fact…
Duas For Umrah
When we go for Umrah, we see many pilgrims holding small booklets and reciting designated du’as for each round of the tawaf and sa’ee. Contrary…
Agony Aunt: How Can I Encourage a Friend Towards Islam?
We know that Amaliah is like a Big Sis and sometimes our DMs have been filled with requests for advice on a range of life…
How Reconnecting With My Culture Helped Me Reclaim My Faith
It was while sitting on the ground watching a qawwali ceremony in Pakistan that I became starkly aware of something shifting deep inside of me.…
7 Tips for Becoming an Autism-Friendly Mosque
Please Note: The views and suggestions expressed in this article stem from the author’s own research through speaking to various Muslim parents with autistic children,…
Duas For Achieving Your Goals Using Allah’s Names
While we should all be striving to improve ourselves every day, the onset of the new year, especially with Ramadan on the horizon, offers a…
an 8 point guide to setting your new year new me goals
I used to hate the end of the year, I had a sense of dread, disappointment and deep feelings of inadequacy. Feeling like I hadn’t…
Agony Aunt: How to Overcome The Feeling of Despair?
We know that Amaliah is like a Big Sis and sometimes our DMs have been filled with requests for advice on a range of life…
10 Reasons You May be Feeling Low
Disclaimer: The unique events of Covid and Post Covid years may have affected our moods, mental health, or exacerbate existing mental illness conditions. This list…
When I grow up I want to be…
What did you want to be when you grew up? As a child, I dreamed of becoming a writer or an actress. For others, they…
Palestine: Have words failed us?
A verbal paralysis It is moments like those that have washed over us in the past weeks that highlight the paradox of words – their…
5 Reasons to Go Back to School
As the days grow shorter and colder, it’s easy to find yourself housebound and reminiscent. For those particularly forward-minded, maybe you’ve already begun setting goals…
Agony Aunt: I Don’t Like My Job
We know that Amaliah is like a Big Sis and sometimes our DMs have been filled with requests for advice on a range of life…
Silence is Consent: White feminism’s selective solidarity with Iran but not Palestine
Liberal feminism, or ‘White’ feminism as it has come to be known, seems to employ two instruments in its activism: the use of the voice,…
Palestinian Embroidery: Stitching the Fabric of Identity and Resistance
How many times have you heard the settler-colonialist claim that Palestine, prior to 1917, was a barren wasteland, devoid of civilization and vegetation? That the…
5 Muslim Women Take On Reviving Lost Cultural Practices
When I first began considering what is being lost from our hearts, homes, or societies, with the relentless passage of time, I was struck with…
Exploring the Parallels Between Post 9/11 and The Ongoing Nakba Impact on Muslims
Content warning: This article mentions and references graphic imagery from the ongoing war in Palestine. I’ve often felt like I’m being stared at by vultures…
Guiding Little Hearts: 6 Ways to Establish Sunnah Bedtime Rituals for Kids
Incorporating Islamic stories in your children’s bedtime routine is essential, but it is equally important to inculcate sunnah nightly routines at an early age. This…
Amaliah Agony Aunt: Will My Past Trauma Prevent Me From Having A Happy Marriage?
We know that Amaliah is like a Big Sis and sometimes our DMs have been filled with requests for advice on a range of life…
Palestine: Resources for Kids & Teens
Over a month into the attacks on Palestine, and our children have more questions than ever. To help you and your family navigate these tough…
A ‘humanitarian pause’ is not a ceasefire: Why and how we must continue to lobby
Following negotiations with Qatar, the United States and Egypt, there has been a four-day ‘humanitarian pause’ or ‘temporary truce’ announced to halt aggression on Gaza,…
Unravelling Biased Narratives: Identifying and Responding to Harmful Media Portrayals of Palestine
“O you who believe! Stand out firmly for Allah, as witnesses to fair dealing; and let not the hatred of a certain people (nation) prevent…
4 Ways to Weave Islamic Stories into Your Child’s Bedtime Routine
The idea of bedtime stories first crossed my mind during one of my regular evening routines with my siblings. We would gather and chat about…
7 Ways To Say No To Imposter Syndrome
Salaam, I’m Zakerah and I have Imposter Syndrome, a condition that I’ve dealt with for much of my life. Over the years, I’ve found ways…
Agony Aunt: How to Maintain A Friendship When Our Values Don’t Align?
We know that Amaliah is like a Big Sis and sometimes our DMs have been filled with requests for advice on a range of life…
The London Palestine Film Festival Is Back: Here’s What You Should Watch
The London Palestine Film Festival is back to celebrate another year of Palestinian cinema and storytelling, right in the heart of London. From 17th November to 1st…
I’m Sorry Your Gran Died – Why The Educating Yorkshire Meme Is So Popular And What It Says About Us
“I’m sorry your grandma passed away, I am yeah….” The Making Of A Meme In the internet age, before TikTok irrevocably changed the way we…
Amaliah Agony Aunt: Should I Wear Hijab To Get Married?
We know that Amaliah is like a Big Sis and sometimes our DMs have been filled with requests for advice on a range of life…
Palestine Protests: Know Your Rights
Note: This article is for general informational purposes. It is not a substitute for seeking specific legal advice, or to be relied on before taking…
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