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Earth Day: Environmentalism in Islam

Happy Earth Day! Did you know that Earth Day was first established on April 22, 1970? However, Islam has stressed the importance of Earth Day since the seventh century, teaching us that every day is...

Hijab: Is the struggle from you or your environment?

The day I became Muslim was the day I became a hijabi. I couldn't have made that decision if it weren't for the healthy environment I surrounded myself with through the right friends and guidance....

Embracing Prints with VELA Hijabs

Transitioning from our black hijabs to colorful ones requires a kind of courage similar to bravery itself. It’s a step outside our comfort zones, one many of us have been in for years. But leaping...

How To Deal With Post-Ramadan Slump

We spend quite a lot of time psyching ourselves in the months leading up to Ramadan (Rajab & Shaaban), and once Ramadan arrives, we exert our best efforts, focusing on increasing our worship, organizing iftar...

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, kindness, and unity as our...

What Does VELA Mean To Me?

When I think of VELA, the words hijab, modesty and femininity instantly come to mind. Prior to practicing my deen, femininity was not something on the table. I used to believe that carrying a masculine...

Marwa’s Top Ramadan and Eid Gifts

As the last ten nights of Ramadan approaches, it's time to start planning thoughtful gifts for your nearest and dearest. Whether you're celebrating Ramadan or preparing for Eid, these hand picked selections from brands I’ve personally...

How to Host the Perfect Iftar During Ramadan

Whether you're a born Muslim or a revert, hosting the perfect iftar may seem daunting but can be done with the right preparation and intentions. افطار (Iftar) means “to break” in Arabic since iftar is the...

5 Prophetic Dua’s To Repeat This Ramadan 2024

Dua and fasting go hand in hand. Both deeds are known to be the most beloved to Allah, as they have the power to shield us from the torment of hellfire, to intercede us on...