Saudi Women in New Drive to Get Behind the Wheel

RIYADH, December 4, 2013 (AFP) – Saudi women activists have relaunched a campaign for the right to drive in the ultra-conservative kingdom, urging women to get behind the wheel on December 28. The call for action is a “reminder of the right so it is not forgotten,” activist Nasima al-Sada told AFP, adding that women … Read more

A Social Entrepreneur’s Faith

An energetic Singaporean Muslimah opens up to Afia R Fitriatiabout giving back to the community that supports her. Sometimes it takes a stumbling block to make one see the true path to oneself. This is what happened to Rozi Faith, a young Singaporean woman who has been actively involved in various social and da’wah activities in … Read more

Style Spied: Instagram Fashionistas

We just adore the looks of these four ladies from all over the globe! Featured by Shea Rasol. Mujde Tan from Turkey @mujdetan We love the spunk in her everyday ensembles. Not many can pull off a neon knitted cardi, but Mujde sure can! Dini Anggraeni Djoemiko from Indonesia @dinidjoemikko We can bet you that Dini … Read more

Advocating Acceptance for Muslims Living with HIV/AIDS

Muslims living with HIV/AIDS are a neglected and stigmatized community. Hakeemah Cummings speaks to the founder of Reaching All HIV+ Muslims in America (RAHMA), who is working to raise awareness in the community. Passion is a force that drives motivated individuals to create remarkable changes in the world. It is the only encouragement that true … Read more

Tortured Syrian Activist’s Hopes Tempered by War

Syrian activist Ola (who wanted her face not to be pictured) poses on January 19, 2014, in the southern Turkey city of Gaziantep. Despite 15 months of torture and ill-treatment in Syria’s notorious prisons, Ola grudgingly supports holding peace talks with the regime that jailed her. The 23-year-old, with pale skin, short hair and a … Read more