Hijab is Not Simply a Choice:
It’s very difficult to have an honest conversation about Hijab. Muslims go into defense mode and non-Muslims go in to attack mode. The basic question that surrounds the tension -is hijab a choice or a form of oppression? As Muslims we’ve been trained to say of course it’s a choice, many non-Muslims will say the opposite. But I’m going to say something more nuanced and honest, it is sometimes one and sometimes the other… Read more.
Another Post on Hijab:
First, let’s just face the fact that Hijab may for eternity be a topic of discussion. As much as we may attempt to declare that it’s just a choice or just a scarf the questions surrounding hijab continue. Recently one of my Facebook friends who is somewhat of a public figure decided to take off their hijab. I wrote a comment of support under her post. Not support of her taking off her hijab but the support of her choice to make a decision based on the circumstances of our time… Read more.
Hijab: Oppressive, Pervasive, or ‘Sexy’?
What was the purpose of Halima Aden’s inclusion in Sports Illustrated, Swimsuit Edition? Was it to show that ‘Muslim women can be sexy too’ or that, ‘Modesty is sexy too’ or simply that, ‘Muslim women can be in Sports Illustrated too’. Muslim women have been on the quest for ‘too’ ever since we were made to be excluded, told we were oppressed and that our hijab (and/or religion) didn’t allow us to do this or be that… Read more.
The Problem with Hijabi Fashion:
Beyond what is worn, the entire culture of hauls, fast fashion and cheap clothing is especially troubling for Muslims, why? That’s the topic of our discussion… Listen Here.
Religious Symbolism in Modern Society:
Do the hijab, habit, cross and other religious symbols benefit society? Listen Here.
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