I have written extensively about media coverage of Latinx Muslims (here, here and here). My interest on the topic lays on my frustration regarding the amount of misunderstanding and erasure that goes on when people discuss Latinx Muslims. Most folks who address the issue do not understand Latinidad or the ways in which racial, class, […]

Not enough can be said about sexual relationships that start in a coercive silence; the damage can be indefinite and lifelong. Shreerekha, In the Wake of His Damage.   My past few Ramadan seasons have been complex ones. And this year, despite my efforts to have a time of reflection and renewal, as I believe […]

Salaams to our readers, and Ramadan Kareem to those celebrating! Since 2012, MMW has published its Ramadan Series. As writers, these posts are dear and near to our hearts because they are our personal stories. We see these posts as a time to reflect on religion, worship,  family, food, mental health, loss, community, and everything […]

Over the past decade, MMW has been dedicated to analyzing and critiquing media representations of Muslim women around the world. MMW has spearheaded a movement for and by Muslim women countering Islamophobia, sexism, racism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia and  gendered violence in its various forms. MMW’s work is recognized across the board and often cited in […]

Things to Know About! Barbie’s latest doll is modeled after Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad. The doll was revealed at the Glamour Women of the Year awards in New York. Muhammad expressed that having a doll modeled on a strong Muslim woman is “revolutionary.” Yoga has become an “approved” sports activity in Saudi Arabia. Nouf Marwaai, […]

Things to Know About! Nisa Homes has opened its first transitional shelter for Muslim women in Toronto and the GTA. Other locations exist in Surrey (BC) and more will be opening in Windsor (Ontario). The shelter opens its doors to any woman in need, but the majority of its residents identify as Muslim. Saudi Arabia […]

For the past few days, social media networks have been filled with the #metoo hashtag. The current campaign calls women to post #metoo in their social media networks, as a way to show how prevalent the problem of sexual violence is across the board. Alyssa Milano, credited with starting the current campaign, explained about the […]

Things to Know About! The University of Toronto is currently looking for Muslim women who wear hijab to participate in a study exploring the experiences of hijabi women in sports in Canada. In Iran, women weightlifters can now officially compete in the sport. However, it remains unclear whether or not they will be expected to […]

Things to Know About! Muslim women from Leicester  have formed the Falcons team, an all-Muslim women Basketball team, since FIBA lifted its ban on hijabs last May. 22-year old Leena Begum, who works in London’s ‘super sewer,’ designed protective clothing for construction site workers who wear hijab. Begum hopes the  ‘reflective hijab’ will help the construction […]

On September 26, the government of Saudi Arabia issued a royal decree announcing that Saudi women will be able to acquire drivers’ licenses and drive legally in the near future. Although the specifics of the policy and legal shift have yet to be released (Saudi women are not yet driving),  the announcement has been well-covered […]