Muslim communities across the U.S. are gearing up for Ramadan amidst an unprecedented increase in Islamophobia and anti-Arab bias in light of Israel’s war on Gaza....
As a society, we like to believe we have made strides in equality. We celebrate the diversity of our country, we have cultural sensitivity training workshops,...
Why should Muslims fight for human rights? Isn’t it all a rigged game and pointless? Hena Zuberi, human rights activist, talks to Zainab bint Younus about...
How can we remain firm in our faith in light of everything we are witnessing from Palestine? Shaykha Zaynab Ansari provides insight and guidance on how...
[“What Did You Just Say?“, MuslimMatters’ new column, is a space for people to respond to corporate media and its shills. Our voices are often muzzled...
The war on Palestinians in Gaza has been referred to as a war on men, a war on women, and a war on children. The war...
Little face in the rubble! If you could speak From your midget-coffin, If your sweet voice could carry through Your little mouth- Cavernous and hollowed out...
I’m going to open this article by sharing two stories that highlight the power and effectiveness of duʿā. Abū Hurairah narrates that he would frequently invite...
Dr. Claudine Gay’s resignation as president of Harvard University indicates the devaluing of academic freedom and intellectual thought. This is an ominous blow to academia for...
Originally published here. Alhamdulillah. As Western Muslims, it’s imperative to actively support Palestine’s rightful cause. This involves advocating at various levels and providing financial aid through...
