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Oscar Nominated Palestinian Film, Omar
Last year it was 5 Broken Cameras. This year, it’s Omar. Palestinian films that offer a glimpse into the pain and humilation of occupation are being nominated at the Oscars. Palestinian actors are walking the red carpet. This is a big deal. I am admitedly an odd duck when it comes to movie going. I […]
Guest Blogger Nadia Naji Speaks Out: The Disdain for Muslim Burial in Germany
I’m thrilled to be featuring a guest blogger this month. Nadia Naji is not only my sister in Islam, but my friend. We are both part of an international, interfaith group that has made both of our lives exponentially better. Nadia lives in Germany and talks in this piece about the experiences and challenges of […]
Speaker Line-Up Announced! CAIR-Chicago Anniversary Banquet March 15
CAIR Chicago (Council on American Islamic Relations) is celebrating 10 years. Their annual banquet is always a place to be inspired by amazing speakers and to meet supporters from all over the country of all faiths and walks of life who get together in the causes of civil rights and education. To see the complete […]
In the Land of Blood and Honey
2 years ago, a very important film was gifted to the world. It’s called In the Land of Blood and Honey, written and directed by Angelina Jolie. I was not blogging at the time; but I was so moved by this film; I wrote a review of it on my Facebook page. I’m re-printing it […]
Dear Bigots: Please Don’t Destroy our Historic Mosque in Plovdiv
If you watched my TEDx talk, you learned about my late father’s early 1960’s escape from communist Bulgaria into the hills and mountains of northern Greece. On foot. In the dark of night. Through the dead zone. Bullet’s spraying all around him. One bullet whizzing right past his ear. Heart racing, this mantra played in his head: “I’m still running, so […]
America the Beautiful
Shout out to Coca-Cola for airing a Super Bowl ad that celebrates the diversity in America. Take that ads that use sex to sell. Take that ads from companies that profit from oppression. Take that bigots. America! America! God shed His grace on thee. And crown thy good with brotherhood. From sea to shining sea!
Happy World Hijab Day
February 1, 2014. Today is World Hijab Day. #worldhijabday Check out the official website of this worldwide movement that started a year ago. http://worldhijabday.com/ Wearing hijab is a choice. For most women who wear it, it symbolizes their devotion to One God. It symbolizes their ideals. That their physical body and their beauty is sacred, […]
Being Jihad
Happy 1 year anniversary, #MyJihad. Please take time to watch this piece. Happy New Year! #MyJihad Public Education Campaign: Reflecting on one year for #MyJihad, this video puts ‘jihad’ in a different light and showcases different people whose name is Jihad. “It’s important for muslims to tell their own narrative- because if they don’t, others […]
Open Your Eyes to the Crisis in Syria
Take ONE MINUTE to update yourself on the Crisis in Syria and the plight of Refugees- many children: A portion of a report reprinted from the UNICEF website: Update of humanitarian situation / updated July 2013 Covering the period 1 January through 31 December, which corresponds to the United Nations Syria Regional Response Plan 5 […]
2013 – A Year in Review
Did I get your attention with that title? It sounds so important and I don’t know … meaty! I joined the blogosphere in April of this year- so it’s not exactly my 1 year anniversary. But the year is coming to a close; and I am reflecting on my blessings. I am grateful to be […]