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Sports, Women — August 4, 2016

Ibtihaj Muhammad Is Making History

During this summer’s Olympics, fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad -- a self-described “proud Muslim -- will make history as the first American woman to compete wearing a hijab. In this interview for People … [Read more...]

Sports, Women — July 26, 2016

In The UK, Muslim Girls Fence For Empowerment

Islamophobic attacks have increased by 326% in the UK. Muslim women are reported to be the most vulnerable (and most visible, especially for those who wear the hijab). “Muslim Girls Fence” wants to … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, Women — July 26, 2016

Late Architect Zaha Hadid’s Best Buildings

The architectural world is mourning the passing in March of Iraqi-born Zaha Hadid, a true pioneer in her field. In 2004, she was the first Muslim (and woman) to receive architecture’s highest honor, … [Read more...]

Business, Tech & Science, Women, World — July 20, 2016

Dr. Leila Hoteit Discusses Strong Arab Businesswomen

Named ‘Young Global Leader’ of the 2014 World Economic Forum, Dr. Leila Hoteit is a vital leader in education and human capital development work in the Middle East, and is currently partner and … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, Women, World — July 17, 2016

In Berlin, Journalist Co-Hosts Dinner Party With Syrian Refugees

Twice a month, journalist Anna Gyulai Gaal hosts a dinner party at her Berlin apartment but this is no normal feast -- the cooks are Syrian refugees, women who have just arrived to Berlin after making … [Read more...]

Women, World — July 13, 2016

Meet Anne Aly, First Female Muslim Elected to Australia’s Parliament

This week, Anne Aly became the first Muslim woman elected to Australian parliament. At an early age, Ms. Aly Anne migrated with her family from Egypt to Australia. She says of the achievement, “I … [Read more...]

Culture and Lifestyle, Women — July 11, 2016

Photography Series Captures Girls Coming Of Age In U.S. and Middle East

Photographer Rania Matar new series “L’Enfant-Femme” contrasts the rite-of-passage between girls in America (specifically Boston, where the artist lives) and the Middle East (mainly Lebanon, where the … [Read more...]

Women, World — July 7, 2016

Meet Milan’s First Muslim Councilwoman

Sumaya Abdel Qader, 38, is Milan's first Muslim councilwoman. The sociologist and women's rights activist was born in Italy to Jordanian and Palestinian parents. The win for Ms. Qader, a member of the … [Read more...]

Media & Entertainment, Women, World — June 30, 2016

Gaming Industry In Lebanon Creates Opportunity For Everyone (Including Techie Women)

By some accounts, nearly a third of Lebanon’s population is comprised of Syrian refugees fleeing the civil war in the neighboring country. History tells us that in difficult times, people have an even … [Read more...]

Sports, Women, World — June 21, 2016

Girl On The Run In Gaza

Fifteen-year old Inas Nofal is Gaza’s first and only competitive female runner, according to Al Jazeera. "Running is my life," says the teen athlete. "Before I go to sleep, I think about which routes … [Read more...]