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The Role of Muslim Women in Community Leadership
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The Role of Muslim Women in Community Leadership

By VELA Team

Women tend to be a hot subject all over the world, especially in the Muslim community. We're told to wear hijab, but get told to take it off if we wear it incorrectly. We’re told...
Social Justice Warriors: Muslim Women Leading the Charge
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Social Justice Warriors: Muslim Women Leading the Charge

By VELA Team

Salaam VELA fam! WIth the recent election results and the ongoing war in Gaza, Lebanon, and other countries, todays’ blog post will be focusing on highlighting the efforts of a few hijabis and how they...
Rewards for Small Actions
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Rewards for Small Actions

By VELA Team

In Islam, the rewards for even the smallest actions can be profound, reminding us that no act of kindness or worship goes unnoticed by Allah (SWT).  We often overlook how impactful something as simple as...
Fall Trends: Sustainable Approach to Revamping Wardrobe
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Fall Trends: Sustainable Approach to Revamping Wardrobe

By VELA Team

Fall is officially here. I know how eager everyone is to revamp their wardrobe. For modest girlies, it is your time to shine. It's the perfect time to replace those boring blouses with stunning coats...
How to Cope with Stress
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How to Cope with Stress

By VELA Team

A return of Fall doesn’t just mean a return to pumpkin spice everything: it’s also a signal that the end of the year is coming. Even if you’re no longer wrapped up in the back-to-school...
Balancing Work and Worship as a Muslim Woman
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Balancing Work and Worship as a Muslim Woman

By VELA Team

Islam does not prohibit women from pursuing careers, engaging in business, or managing their own finances. In fact, Khadija RA—the first Muslim woman—was renowned as a successful businesswoman who supported her husband, Prophet Muhammad SAW,...
Short Kings: Won’t you give him a chance?
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Short Kings: Won’t you give him a chance?

By VELA Team

There’s one characteristic that every woman looks for when she’s searching for her dream man. You might think it has something to do with a stable income, a good job, or a fat paycheck, but...
Finding your voice: How to find the confidence to dream big
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Finding your voice: How to find the confidence to dream big

By VELA Team

Growing up in the age of Disney Channel, I saw young girls on television doing all the things– becoming entrepreneurs, pop stars or captain of the debate team. They knew what they wanted in life...
VELA Girl Tip: Self Care is an Amanah
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VELA Girl Tip: Self Care is an Amanah

By VELA Team

In the midst of our hectic lives, filled with responsibilities, deadlines, and countless distractions, the concept of self-care is often sidelined. Yet, in the teachings of Islam, self-care is not merely an option or a luxury;...