Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) stressed the importance of marriage, saying, “Whoever marries has achieved one-half of one’s religion” (Mishkat al-Masabih 3096). When he (peace be upon …
Conflict Resolution — A Foundation
A husband and a wife bring to the marriage different backgrounds, experiences, expectations, and views on life. This is true of Muslim couples as well, despite having a shared belief …
Urdu and Arabic: My People and My Faith
Like many young Muslims in this country, I’m second-generation American. My parents immigrated to this country in the ‘90s, and me and my siblings grew up as third culture kids …
I Wonder…
I wonder… if man-made problems wreak more havoc than natural disasters ever do, if the problems we create are worse than adversities falling upon us. Nature can wipe out a …
Neurodivergent Muslims: A Warm Welcome Is Due
Part one of this series discussed the definitions of neurodivergence, autism, and ADHD and highlighted some of the challenges neurodivergent Muslims face. In this article we will explore how our …
Supporting Neurodivergent Muslims
Between 10 and 20 percent of the global population is considered neurodivergent, according to research cited on an article on the World Economic Forum website. Statistically speaking, that means that …
Mexico, Muslims, and Cinco De Mayo
As May unfolds and the promise of flowers after April showers is fulfilled, we find ourselves in the middle of another vibrant spring. With Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr behind us, the …
A Housing Crisis: What Are the Solutions?
For the last four years, I’ve been working as an attorney in the housing sector in California. I have worked directly with tenants at risk of being evicted; and I …
From Volunteering to Vulnerability: A Personal Journey at ICNA Shifa Clinic
“Nine hours wait,” the emergency room nurse responds, each word landing like a heavyweight blow after a painstaking journey to the front desk. The waiting room felt like an assault …
‘The Most Feeble Age’: Coping with Dementia
Maha was unwinding from the morning rush—legs stretched out on the couch, coffee mug in hand—when she got the email from her bank. “Heads-up: You have $0.00 left in your …