Tag: muslim

  • Respecting Muslim Women: The Conversation About Hijab

    Respecting Muslim Women: The Conversation About Hijab

    The author reflects on the perceptions of being a Muslim woman, particularly the difference in respect and recognition associated with wearing a hijab. She expresses frustration over the need for validation of her faith based on her appearance. Ultimately, she emphasizes that her spirituality is personal and should be respected without judgment.

  • An Unfortunate Experience of Being a Black Muslimah

    An Unfortunate Experience of Being a Black Muslimah

    Like most young Muslim children, I attended Islamic weekend school. Islamic weekend school taught me how to speak and write Arabic and the Quran. An unofficial lesson I learned during my time in weekend school was the culture of Islam. It is much deeper than a religion. It is truly a way of life. I…

  • Understanding the Complexities of Black Womanhood in Dating

    Understanding the Complexities of Black Womanhood in Dating

    The author reflects on her experiences as a single black woman navigating the dating world, contrasting her upbringing in a loving family with societal perceptions of black women. Despite her confidence and self-love, she faces challenges with men who reduce her identity to stereotypes. Her journey highlights the emotional complexities of dating while seeking genuine…