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Pious Athleticwear

In the West, Muslim women in modest clothing are often perceived as static figures who lack freedom of expression and exist under the thumb of an oppressive patriarchy. This assumption is generally inaccurate, troublesome, and outdated. In this post, I … Continue reading

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“Islamic Feminism”: How and Why the Rebranding of Feminism Has Come About

In February of 2018, #MosqueMeToo began trending on twitter. Feminist, scholar and Muslim woman Mona Ethalway encouraged Muslim women across the globe to participate in sharing stories of being sexually harassed while on hajj. Much like all women participating in … Continue reading

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