Wales Mosque Brings Faiths Together in Community Cohesion Event
A local mosque in Newport, Wales, has welcomed people of different faiths to a special event held to promote cohesion and understanding. The event, held on Friday at Victoria Road…
I remember a conversation I recently had with my neighbor and friend who happens to be a non-Muslim. As I had just returned from an Islamic conference, I mentioned that…
What Does Hijab Mean to You? AboutIslam Audience Have Their Say!
Eleven years ago, World Hijab Day was marked for the first time, on February 1st, in recognition of millions of Muslims who choose to wear hijab and modest clothing. Since…
Virtual Conference Marks 11th Annual World Hijab Day
Women of all faiths and colors from across the world will don hijab for a day on February 1st to celebrate the 11th edition of #WorldHijabDay and show support for…
Muslim Student Wins Centre Culturel Islamique de Québec Memorial Award
Canadian Muslim student Weeam Ben-Rejeb has been named as the recipient of this year’s Centre Culturel Islamique de Québec (CCIQ) Memorial Award. The award, established by McGill University in 2018…
Islamic School Catering for Students with Special Needs Opens in Preston
Children are priceless treasures from God with every child considered a unique being, worthy of respect and dignity. Helping parents, a new Islamic school has opened in Preston to help students with special…
For many youth, hip-hop music is a powerful form of social expression with universal themes on social justice and the search for identity. Born in Willesden, north-west London, in May…
6 Years on Arson, Victoria Islamic Center Gets Cautious, Yet Positive
Six years after Victoria Islamic Center was completely destroyed in arson fire, the Muslim community is still positive towards the larger community, though staying cautious about their safety. “Faith wise,…
Edmonton Muslims Call for More Inclusivity for Black Muslims
A Canadian Muslim group has released a report detailing the racism faced by Black Muslims in Edmonton, putting forth recommendations to improve inclusivity. The Anti-Racism Muslim Collaborative (AMC) released the report based…
Meet Canada’s First Representative to Combat Islamophobia
Canadian Muslim human rights advocate Amira Elghawaby has been nominated as Canada’s first representative to combat Islamophobia and fight discrimination against the Muslim community. The appointment, announced Thursday, January 26,…
