Remembering Nakba: 77 Years of Oppression
77 years. And still counting. Seventy-seven years of exile, injustice, and relentless suffering for the Palestinian people. Each year that passes is not a step away from the Nakba, but...
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Stand in Solidarity with VELA: Ongoing Efforts
At VELA, solidarity isn’t just a word—it’s a core value. VELA believes in using their platform to uplift communities in need, and are committed to ongoing efforts that make a...
Social Justice Warriors: Muslim Women Leading the Charge
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...
Celebrating Eid and Remembering the Ummah
Eid is not just about new clothes, delicious food, and exchanging gifts/eidi… It's also a time to remember the Ummah—the whole Muslim community—and reflect on our shared values of compassion,...
Join VELA and Asiyah Women’s Center for a purposeful Ramadan
In the spirit of Ramadan, VELA and Asiyah Women’s Center have come together with a shared commitment to making a positive impact on two crucial fronts: supporting the people of...
Protecting Yourself at a Time of Heightened Hate
I remember the exact moment of the day my mother and I were verbally harassed by a man in the parking lot of our local grocery store. It happened in...
Brands to Boycott: Standing for Gaza With Your Wallets
Amidst the beginning of the ongoing genocide and siege on Gaza, many of us wondered what we could do to send the world a clear message. Many of us wondered...
Remember Palestine: A List Of Dua To Recite For The Ummah
Al-Nu’man ibn Bashir reported: The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) said, “The parable of the believers in their affection, mercy, and compassion for each other is that of a body. When...
The Injustices Within Palestine
“Only the birds are free in the homeland.”- Sakir Khader (Palestinian documentary photographer) Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to the victims of the ongoing crisis in Palestine. The...
How to Take Action for Palestine Right Now
In the face of the heart-wrenching events unfolding in Palestine, it's only natural that we all share a profound sense of sorrow, shock, and anger. Yet, even in these challenging...
Navigating Mental Health Amidst the War in Gaza: Coping Strategies for Tragedy
I’m not on social media, but I do have LinkedIn. These past few days, when I log on and scroll through my feed I find one-sided narratives of the current...