One of the many goals I set for myself as a Muslim convert parent was to offer my children an opportunity I never had growing up: the chance to learn Arabic.
World Arabic Language Day was established by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) to highlight and acknowledge the beauty and vastness of the Arabic language. It is observed on December 18th of each year because this day coincides with the 197
Essa was eleven years old, with wide, curious eyes and a quiet way of studying the world. Most people who met him noticed his gentle smile before they noticed anything else.
As parents, we all want our children to feel safe, respected, and included wherever they go. Yet bullying continues to affect many young people, and in Muslim spaces it can sometimes be tied to anti-Blackness. Bullying is defined by the U.S.
Islamophobia is the prejudice, fear, hostility, or hatred directed at Islam and Muslims, often taking the form of discrimination, exclusion, or violence against individuals or groups perceived as Muslims.
The month of November has become synonymous with gratitude and giving. Despite the holiday’s complicated history, Thanksgiving Day, typically observed on the fourth Thursday of the month, has become a time for families to gather and express thanks for their blessings.