Yasmina Reality
I'm a Writer, Speaker and Muslim Activist. I'm a former Board Member of the #MyJihad Public Education Campaign.
Follow my blog at yasminareality.com or follow me on Twitter: @yasmina_reality. I'm also now on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YasminaReality
Peace!
Guest Blogger, Sumaiya, on Islamophobia
I’m so blessed to know a sister, Sumaiya, who is an absolute inspiration to me. I am honored she has chosen my blog to publish her piece on Islamophobia. Without people like her in my life, I would be lost; the world would be dark. Thank you, Sumaiya! May Allah swt reward you exponentially! ****** […]
Welcome To Canada Syrian Refugees
This video made me cry. My kids have sung this song at Sunday school. It was sung to the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings me upon him) when they sought refuge in Medinah. I can’t imagine such a display taking place today in America where parents go off the deep end if their child has […]
Muslim Groups Raise $165,000 in Five Days for Families of San Bernardino Victims
12/11: As of today … the amount has reached nearly $200,000. Because this is how we Muslims roll. Give generously: LaunchGood/SB ***PRESS RELEASE*** December 8, 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Zainab Chaudary, ReThink Media zainab@rethinkmedia.org, (202) 697-0068 Muslim Groups Raise $165,000 in Five Days for Families of San Bernardino Victims As the United States grapples […]
How Muslims Should Respond to Donald Trump
I don’t typically post overtly spiritual posts because my audience consists of not only Muslims but plenty of non-Muslims. But the video below is an awesome example of how Muslim Americans should be putting into perspective the current climate of Islamophobia, fear-mongering and fascist idealogy spewing from the GOP front runner, Donald Trump and his […]
The State of Islamophobia in the Wake of San Bernardino
It’s been a tough week. I’ve podcasted my thoughts once again. Bear with me utilizing this communication method. I click “record” and start yapping. I have no script. I only have my feelings and resolve about this topic that I wish to convey. I hope to get better […]
Paris Attacks and Being Muslim
Originally published at the Huffington Post in the Religion Section. I have taken a few days to process the Paris attacks mentally, emotionally, spiritually. It rocks the core of my being on so many levels that I fear I won’t be able to express the complexity of what is inside me. I want to express […]
My First Podcast – Muslim Guy Alleges Discrimination Against Bed, Bath & Beyond
Hey- listen to my Podcast. This is a new, fun way for me to blog. ~Yasmina
Just Some Musings
As a 40-um-something ENFP, I internalize the injustices in the world and then idealize the outcomes. This is what drives my blogging and activism whether it’s tweeting or rallies or the #MyJihad campaign. I know I’m just a drop in the ocean, but every storm has its first rain drop. I will never stop being […]
Why This Muslim Woman is Voting for This Jewish Man
This article first appeared in the Huffington Post Politics Section. I’m feeling the Bern, baby. Watching the Democratic debate cinched it for me too. As much as I would love to see the first woman president take office – a woman from my neck of the woods to boot – Hillary got pushed down the […]