Protecting Children From Extremism
In the summer of 2013, Saliha Ben Ali’s nineteen year old son disappeared from their Belgian home. Later, she would learn that he joined ISIS in Syria. “I saw some signs but in 2013, it was the … [Read more...]
Resources on Muslims for the Entertainment Industry
In the summer of 2013, Saliha Ben Ali’s nineteen year old son disappeared from their Belgian home. Later, she would learn that he joined ISIS in Syria. “I saw some signs but in 2013, it was the … [Read more...]
In Tripoli, Lebanon, a non-profit is bringing together women from opposing sects - Sunni and Alawite – and teaching them new cooking skills. And for the first time, these women from supposed opposing … [Read more...]
Women —
A recent study published in the British Journal of Psychology indicates that women wearing the hijab have better feelings about body image than those that don’t wear the religious head covering. … [Read more...]
Researchers have found that British Muslim women are outpacing Muslim men in achieving college degrees. 25% of British-Muslim women aged 21-24 now hold degrees compared with 22% of British-Muslim men … [Read more...]
The burkini is a loose-fitting swimsuit that leaves only a woman’s face, hands and feet exposed. In 2016, it became a controversial garment as dozens of French towns banned the suit, claiming it … [Read more...]
Elle magazine asks French-Arab women about the controversial burkini ban, and attitudes towards Muslims and Arabs in France. Here are some snippets of the compelling interview: Sonia Ahminou, 27, … [Read more...]
World —
Five British women give personal accounts of how Islamophobia has affected them, and of the discrimination and even violence that they have unfortunately experienced. … [Read more...]
Gaza is home to 1.8 million Palestinians, making it the most densely populated place on earth. It also has the highest employment, coming in at a frightening 43%. But there’s a large group of people … [Read more...]
Two accomplished Saudi women break some national barriers, joining a list of 20 female high achievers in science and technology. … [Read more...]
This week Nike unveiled its own line of modest swimwear. The Victory Suit is the top-of-line option and a pricey one -- at $600, the suit consists of a loose, two-layered hoodie paired with … [Read more...]