SOURCE: Muslims of the World by Sajjad Shah  Rowaida 26, New York, New York, USA  To me, journalism is about finding my place in an industry that isn’t so accepting of me. It’s about starting conversations that we are uncomfortable having. Many journalists say they went into this field because they liked to write. I went into...Read More

I tell my story not because it is unique, but because it is not. The first question I get asked when I meet people unfamiliar with the concept of hijab is, “Why do you wear that thing on your head?” It’s a simple question, but it is loaded with misconceptions and prejudices proliferated by those...Read More

Fatwa: Dr. Wael Shehab, PhD in Islamic Studies from Al-Azhar UniversityRamadan is now over. Our eyes shed tears and our hearts ache for the departure of the month of the Quran, the month of mercy, the month of solidarity, the month of forgiveness, the month of freedom from the Fire.However, we should continue doing good deeds after...Read More

This article is reshared from the Jan 2022 issue of Data Digest published by the Institute of social policy and understanding. The original article can be found here: 10 Areas of Need in American Muslim Communities | ISPU 8. ISLAMIC WEEKEND SCHOOLS: Gathering demographic data about weekend Islamic schools, sharing best practices, and making improvements in the...Read More

This article is reshared from the Jan 2022 issue of Data Digest published by the Institute of social policy and understanding. The original article can be found here: 10 Areas of Need in American Muslim Communities | ISPU  7. MOSQUES: Creating more inclusive mosques and welcoming spaces for young adults, women and new converts Almost 52 percent...Read More

This article is reshared from the Jan 2022 issue of Data Digest published by the Institute of social policy and understanding. The original article can be found here: 10 Areas of Need in American Muslim Communities | ISPU  5. RELATIONSHIPS: Creating educational and support programs related to marriage and family matters in Muslim spaces and addressing issues...Read More

This article is reshared from the Jan 2022 issue of Data Digest published by the Institute of social policy and understanding. The original article can be found here: 10 Areas of Need in American Muslim Communities | ISPU  4. CONVERTS: Creating a standardized introductory curriculum for new converts To date, there is no standardized introductory curriculum in...Read More

This article is reshared from the Jan 2022 issue of Data Digest published by the Institute of social policy and understanding. The original article can be found here: 10 Areas of Need in American Muslim Communities | ISPU  3. ADDICTION: Creating awareness in the Muslim community regarding substance abuse and addiction and destigmatizing seeking help When it...Read More

This article is reshared from the Jan 2022 issue of Data Digest published by the Institute of social policy and understanding. The original article can be found here: 10 Areas of Need in American Muslim Communities | ISPU  YOUTH: Creating a supportive environment for Muslim youth, especially immigrant Muslim youth and new converts Based on ISPU’s qualitative...Read More

This article is reshared from the Jan 2022 issue of Data Digest published by the Institute of social policy and understanding. The original article can be found here: 10 Areas of Need in American Muslim Communities | ISPU  1. ISLAMOPHOBIA: Remedying Islamophobia and highlighting its impact on Muslims, while educating young Muslims on this issue and directing...Read More