Back to Basics | Prophetic Medicine: Holistic Healing With Hijama

By Ammarah Ahmed

I’ve always been fascinated by the concept of healing through exploring inner strength. Whether the journey is physical, mental, emotional or spiritual, I find it…

Why Millennial and GenZ Muslims are so Passionate about Palestine

By Hafsa Lodi

Despite unprecedented crackdowns on pro-Palestinian support across the globe, young Muslims are rising in solidarity with the people of Gaza. Here’s why:   It’s the morning…

Judged for Being Judgemental: Navigating Islamophobia in Friendships Among Women of Colour

By Sharmin Islam

In 2022, I moved away from home for university to pursue a Masters degree down south. At first I was nervous to meet new people.…

Muslim Labour Vote Declines by 66% Following Attacks on Gaza

By Amaliah Team

A recent survey conducted by Muslim Census is set to send shockwaves through the UK’s political landscape. The survey, which is still live and has…

Muslim Women in Film: Amina Koroma

By Adama Juldeh Munu

In the first instalment of Amaliah’s breakout women in film series, Black British actor Amina Koroma speaks to Adama Juldeh Munu about her experiences in…

8 tips for talking about Palestine and Israel in the workplace

By Amaliah Team

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…

Palestine: Resource and Activism Guide

By Amaliah Team

With the situation in Palestine deteriorating daily, a global cry for action has emerged to demonstrate unwavering solidarity with Palestinians. Their voices must be amplified,…

Duas for Palestine and the Muslim Ummah

By Amaliah Team

Over the past week and a half, we bore witness to an unprecedented wave of injustice and oppression. Muslims across the world found themselves subjected…

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Purrfect Companions: How Owning Cats Boosts Mental Well-being

By Alissa Mohammed

Imagine coming home from a busy day at work and being greeted at the door by big, bright eyes and an upright, bushy tail. A…

A Guide to Cultivating Muraqabah through Creative Journaling

By Sidra Malik

Mindfulness, known as muraqabah, is employed as an Islamic methodology where a person watches over their heart and soul. It is framed as a form…

When Wombs Speak: Period Positivity in Islam

By Chantal Blake

Earlier this year, I read an Amaliah Muslim Twitter roundup where a sister tweeted: “Women don’t get their fair share of ibadah…”. The comment haunted…

It’s In Allah’s Hands: Exploring Marriage As a Form of Rizq

By Amaliah Anonymous

Marriage is work. Marriage is a personal choice. Marriage, for many of us, is also a triggering subject. I’ve burst into tears at the sight…

In conversation with Shahed Ezaydi: The Truth about Muslim Women and White Feminism

By Sundus Abdullah

I spent a large chunk of my teenage years meticulously researching the meaning of feminism. After many attempts at understanding difficult Google searches with inaccessible…

How The Treatment of Vaginismus Improved My Marriage

By Amaliah Anonymous

Your wedding night is considered one of the most special moments in your life. In Islam, consummating your marriage is so important that it’s known…

Feeding the Soul and Nourishing the Mind: In Conversation with Bonnie Kaplan

By Sairah Gorsi

Our path to mental well-being is a journey, not a destination. Throughout this path, we all encounter moments of uncertainty and isolation, often hesitating to…

The Problematic Representation of Muslims in Bollywood

By Ramsha Tausalkar

All over the world, people know of the Hindi film industry as the factory of big, colourful films where people start dancing out of nowhere…

Navigating Postpartum and Baby Blues as a new Muslim Mother

By Inayah Zaheen

Note: This article discusses postpartum depression. If you or anyone else is having continued symptoms of low mood, anxiety, feeling or having difficulty bonding with…

Barbie: Exploring Existentialism via Pink Hues and Plastic Dreams

By Imrana Mahmood

NB: This review contains spoilers “My heels are on the ground…” The marketing team behind Greta Gerwig’s Barbie deserve an award because I have never…

Exploring Social Media Gracefully While Maintaining Integrity and Faith

By Hazra Khatoon

As I engage with the world of social media, I can’t help but acknowledge the significant role it plays in the lives of Muslim women…

Amaliah Agony Aunt: I’m Afraid of Confrontation

By Maya Areem

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…

Monolithic madness: How Comfortable Are You With Difference?

By Anna Birawi

From time immemorial, both macro and micro power structures have utilised the idea of a homogeneous society to maintain control, gain wealth and demonise anything…

We Create Our Own Media : POC Platforms Being Shutdown

By Idman Omar

Imagine a people without a means to tell their own stories, with less and less platforms available to express their tenderness, their torment even. As…

Amaliah Agony Aunt: I Worry My Husband Will Leave Islam

By Maya Areem

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…

Trailblazers: Muslim Women Share Insights on Breaking into Their Industries (Part 2/2)

By Najat Jebari

Muslim women are a rapidly growing demographic in the global workforce  bringing forth a myriad of skills, knowledge and experience to their roles. From professional…

Survivor Stories: Muslim Women Breaking the Silence on Rape

By Fausia S. Abdul

Trigger Warning: This article  is of a sensitive nature and mentions sexual assault, rape and violence. If you need help or access to services, please…

Trailblazers: Muslim Women Share Insights on Breaking into Their Industries (Part 1/2)

By Najat Jebari

Muslim women are a rapidly growing demographic in the global workforce bringing forth a myriad of skills, knowledge and experience to their roles. From professional…

Parenting without a village: 10 tips for Muslim Families

By Sarosh Arif

Mothers in Islam have a unique role. Scholars say they are the anchors of our families and even civilization as a whole. Nine years ago,…

Adoption through the eyes of a Muslim Adoptee

By Zaytoon Abed

My first ever memory seems to be of a strange, dark place. The space is confined and squishy yet familiar, comfortable and warm. Years later,…

Reviving the Spirit of Karbala: Upholding Muslim Identity through Activism & Resistance

By Afreen Zehra

“Every day is Ashura and every land is Karbala” This sentence transcends time, because of its eternal relevance to Muslim identity.  The Battle of Karbala,…

“Five Times? A Day?!”: How To Encourage Kids To Pray Salah

By Hodan Mohamed

As one of the five pillars of Islam, Salah is an essential component to the daily lives of Muslims across the globe. Praying five times…

5 Ways to Set Boundaries in a Muslim Household

By Alissa Mohammed

Growing up in an Indo-Caribbean family, I never heard the phrase “setting boundaries” or even knew what that meant. My parents immigrated to Canada from…

Anything But Cocomelon! 9 Alternative Content Channels for Kids

By Shirine El Zaatari

Disclaimer: The writer is not referring to ADHD and this article is not of a medical nature. If you or a family member requires help…

Tradwife versus Boss woman – How a reductive debate is reducing our impression of Islam

By Mariya bint Rehan

In a world of ever changing ideals, economic uncertainty and technological advancement – one thing remains stubbornly consistent. Online Muslim discourse. While the world around…

Amaliah Agony Aunt: How Do I Make Peace with my Future Spouse’s Past?

By Maya Areem

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…

9 verses From The Quran And Sunnah That Protect Women And Their Rights

By Hayaat Santuraki

And (have We not created) you in pairs (Surah An-Naba 78:8) This verse always reminds me of how Allah has a partner for everyone and…

Swipe Right to Mr Right: The Pearls and Perils of Finding Love in the Digital Age

By Najat Jebari

Picture this. An endless array of potential matches at the touch of a button. A simple swipe right or left holds the power to either…