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MY Voice is a non-profit, youth-run organization that strives to empower youth by providing them with opportunities to exercise their creativity through a positive media platform
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May 2, 2021
With images of scantly clad women surrounding us at malls, on tv or even on bus shelters, how can we lower our gaze and protect our modesty?
This is a huge challenge for Muslims living in Canada and other countries. Like any challenge, this is Allah SWT testing us. Try your best to avoid these places with […]
April 18, 2021
Are we allowed to colour our hair in different shades?
There isn’t such a simple answer to this question, but we do know for sure that the Prophet PBUH used to use a leaf-based dye (henna) to colour his beard […]
February 28, 2021
How can I make the most of Ramadan while I am on my period?
The question is: what can you not do while on your period? The answer is: prayer and fasting, only. For everything else, the sky is the limit! So you can […]
January 17, 2021
If I’m in a situation where something being discussed in class (in university) sounds like it is misrepresenting Islam, is it my responsibility to say anything? How do I confront my professor that I feel uncomfortable about it?
When a Muslim sees racism or abuse, they have an obligation to stop the oppression. The credo of Muslims includes standing up for all people who are oppressed – this […]
January 3, 2021
If you are a politician or wanting to become one, how do you play that role while sticking to Islamic values?
As humans, we often wear multiple ‘hats’ representing a plethora of identities. These identities may be based in culture, language, nationality, gender, athletics, place of employment, career and, of course, […]
November 15, 2020
When I first started wearing hijab, my parents were supportive and proud of my decision. Recently, however, they’ve started telling me to loosen it and let my hair show, saying how much better I look without it. How do I make my parents happy while also standing by my beliefs?
From an early age we are often taught to obey our parents and we develop a fear of disappointing them through disobedience. When a person becomes ‘of age’ the realization […]
November 8, 2020
How do I find the courage to ask my teacher to leave class to read Dhuhr during school in winter?
The Human Rights Commission of Ontario states, under its Policy on creed and the accommodation of religious observances, that “Under the Code, employers, unions, housing providers and service providers have a […]
October 25, 2020
How do you deal with abusive Muslim leaders who misuse their power in boards, masjids, workplaces, etc.?
There’s an expression, “Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” Meaning that when people are put into a position of responsibility there is a tendency to take an authoritative stance […]
August 23, 2020
What is your advice to Muslims suffering from mental health issues? Does it mean we are bad Muslims?
Thank you for your question. We are living in a time where our global society is becoming more aware and more accepting of the fact that stress is a reality […]
August 28, 2019
How can I approach a friend who’s expressed that they’re losing faith?
What’s the best way to approach a close friend who’s expressed that they’re losing their faith? Should you let them be, or is there anything you can say or do […]