Issues of religion, gender, and ethnicity can often seem difficult to discuss or fully understand when not tied to our daily lives and concerns. Rohina Malik, a nationally-recognized playwright and performer, talks with us about how theater can spotlight these issues in an approachable and empathetic way. Her one-woman show, Unveiled, looks at the lives of five Muslim women from differing backgrounds and how they challenge, confound, and exceed the stereotypes placed on them by others.
The Dynamic American Muslim Community
A new survey of America Muslims shows the community becoming more religiously and socially liberal. And, even as American Muslims worry about increased bigotry, the majority remain hopeful about their future in the United States.
New Book and Toy Aim to Teach Kids about Islam
In the spirit of “Elf on the Shelf” and “Mensch on the Bench” comes a new toy and book to teach children about Islam: “Imam Adam.” According to its creator, Danny Shakoj, “Imam Adam” is meant to serve a dual purpose: Supporting the faith of Muslim families and also educating non-Muslims about the basic tenets of Islam. As Shakoj says, “I’d like people to get a different perspective [on Islam.]… Usually, with younger kids, parents will read to them, so this way both the parents and the kids get the information.”
This Muslim Community is Creating a Model for Rebuilding Detroit
A Muslim-led nonprofit, Dream of Detroit, is uniting Muslims across race and background to rebuild one of Detroit’s long-neglected neighborhoods by buying land and developing homes to revitalize the area. Learn more at the link below!
A Look Inside Philadelphia’s Thriving Muslim Culture
Learn more about the Muslim community in Philadelphia, a city with a long Muslim history and numerous Muslim-owned businesses, an Islamic history museum, Muslim community organizations and charities, as well as Muslim political leaders.
