Bullying, Islam and Everything In-Between: Practical Tips
The Prophet Muhammad [saw] taught us the importance of offering assistance to both those who are being oppressed and those who are the oppressors by ending the cycle of abuse. In the case of both the victims and the bullies, it is important to acknowledge that anger is a natural emotion and to help the oppressor to use healthy ways to express this anger.
Hello, I am Autism Aware
30 April, 2012
by Abez Education, Family and Community, Featured, Society, Uncategorized 20 comments
Imagine an old widow trying to care for an adult male who communicates by hitting, punching, and breaking- who collapses at home one day and no ambulance is called because her adult son can’t speak let alone use a phone.
The Age of Profanity and the Blessings of Good Words
26 March, 2012
by Umm Reem Education, Family and Community, Featured, Integration and Interactions, Psychology, Society 11 comments
It was easier to enforce this standard of language when my children were homeschooled. However, as they have stepped into the “real” world, i.e. started school, and extended their circle of friends, they are becoming accustomed to hearing many of these words. Unfortunately, using swear words is very common at schools, and “slightly impolite” words are considered normal among Muslim and non-Muslim kids equally.
Domestic Violence: Why Women Endure?
12 March, 2012
by Umm Reem Domestic Violence Series, Education, Family and Community, Featured, Gender Relations, Injustice, Marriage, Society 32 comments
No matter what the reason may be, there is no excuse for enduring injustice. Unfortunately, in many cultures, there is so much negativity associated with seeking help through a third party and/or pursuing a divorce, that many women willingly endure domestic violence rather than protect their rights.
Make the Most of Unemployment: Learn, Adapt, Improve
Being out of a job does not equate to being out of work. There are plenty of opportunities out there to keep yourself busy while you search for a new position, allowing you to gain valuable skills, and even earn yourself some ākhirah points.
Bayyinah Dream – So How Was It?
Long story short, I had developed a desire to understand the Qur’an a few years ago and since then wanted to take some time off to study Arabic. I heard about the Dream program in 2008 and had intended to go when it was announced. Last year I was blessed by Allah to move to Dallas for a year and attend Bayyinah’s 10 month Dream program.
Advice for New University Students: Work Hard, Play Hard, PRAY harder
Are you a young Muslim starting university this month? Or a mature student, looking to improve your career prospects? Either way, life is about to change big time – new surroundings, new friends, and new opportunities – along with new trials, new temptations, and new traps. Change can be good, and change can be bad: so listen to the sage advice of some seasoned MM-ers to ensure that your life changes for the better, insha’Allah!
How to make the most of Ramadan in School- tips for parents
Link to all Ramadan 2010 posts This year Ramadan coincides with back to school for many families. Realizing that many of our Muslim brothers and sisters do choose the
Child + Teacher + Parent = Quran Lessons
Quran lessons are a combination of effort on behalf of the children, the teachers and the parents. Many of us have played one of these roles, I have played all three. I feel many times the teacher, the child or the parent want to say the following things to each other but don’t out of humility, cultural taboos, or just can’t be bothered. Hope this will spark some very important conversations.
Universities in the UK: Muslims Need Not Apply
Government proposals seek to radically change the funding structures to higher education. As well as poorer communities, Muslim students in particular face being disproportionately affected by these proposals.
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