The problems of Muslim societies in the current context are numerous. Here are some of the problems which Muslim women face that we need to confront upfront and do something to eradicate.
As International Women's Day approaches, Muslims are still the villains in the battle for women's rights worldwide. Let's begin a new chapter in history, when Muslim women will take their rightful place in Muslims communities worldwide.
In the days following the horrific September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, you may have noticed Steven Emerson on a number of media outlets spewing his theories about "who did it?". When it comes to Emerson, nine times out of ten, right or wrong, the finger is automatically pointed at Muslims.
In the course of investigating the tragic events of September 11, law enforcement officials, like the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), across the country are contacting and questioning members of the general public. Here are some tips from the Americal Civil Liberties Union of Illinois.
Santa Clara, California-based Shaikh Hamza Yusuf was interviewed by the San Jose Mercury Sun newspaper about the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. In it, he shares the Islamic perspective on terrorism, suicide and peace. We are reproducing the article here with the permission of Mercury News.
Many facilities in communities around the country have received anthrax threat letters. Most were empty envelopes; some have contained powdery substances. The purpose of these guidelines is to recommend procedures for handling such incidents.
In the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks, Muslims, Arabs and those who resemble them have been victims of harassment, threats and in a few cases already, death. Kamran Memon has provided a number of tips for Muslims across the country who are victims.