Sabri Mohiuddin: The Meaning of Life
Life. The meaning of this word differs among people. Regardless of who you ask, you’ll get different answers almost every time. And yet, everyone knows how important the term itself …
September 2019
MALA Co-Hosts Panel on UNGA Sidelines: Eradicate FGM/C
September 19, 2019 On the sidelines of the 74th UNGA, MALA, There Is No Limit Foundation, and Kota Alliance hosted a panel event at the Center for Social Innovation. This …
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Stand up and Speak: Public Speaking With a Stand-Up Perspective
Last month, MALA invited community member and stand-up speaker, Amna Awan, to present a special workshop that taught participants how to harnesses the power of public speaking through stand-up comedy …
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Hikmah Okoya: Wisdom
Hikmah Okoya: Wisdom Hikma describes her journey to self-acceptance and empowerment as a Black Muslim woman in the U.S. Black (\blak\) Adjective : The opposite of white. A pigmentation …
The Maxim I Chose to Live By
Samar Haider: The Maxim I Chose to Live By Samar describes her passion for healthcare, and discusses the obstacles and opportunities that have guided her desire to help people. His …
At the Edge of Dawn
Sawera Choudary: At the Edge of Dawn “Every morning was a cheerful invitation to make my life of equal simplicity, and I may say innocence, with Nature herself.” …
Fanta N’Diasseny: A Girl With a Dream
Fanta N’Diasseny: A Girl With a Dream Fanta immigrated to the United States at the age of eight. Her story outlines her triumphs, and her dedication to education as a …
Hungry
Subhana Ahmed: Hungry Subhana reflects on her struggles with body image, and describes how she forged her own path to self-discipline, confidence, and good health. Ten more minutes …
I Am the Poem
Yasmin Aden: I Am the Poem In her story, Yasmin recalls stories of her childhood as a refugee and reflects on the importance of poetry, family, and home in developing …
The Creature
Rewan Abdelwahab: The Creature Rewan discusses her journey from fear, to pride, to activism as a Muslim woman. Her story illustrates the power of bravery and persistence in the face …
