How do I explain to my family members that it’s not Islamically okay to be racist? Omar Zia December 6, 2020 Family Thank you for your question. When having a conversation with anyone about racism, it’s important to begin by defining terms so that a person can reco... Read More...
How can I give constructive criticism to a friend without offending her? What if she gets offended regardless? Omar Zia November 29, 2020 Friends When wanting to offer criticism we begin by asking ourselves, “What is my intention?” Then we ask, “What will be the impact?” There are times that we... Read More...
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? Omar Zia November 15, 2020 Faith 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... Read More...
How do I find the courage to ask my teacher to leave class to read Dhuhr during school in winter? Omar Zia November 8, 2020 Faith The Human Rights Commission of Ontario states, under its Policy on creed and the accommodation of religious observances, that “Under the Code, employ... Read More...
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? Anonymous November 1, 2020 Family 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... Read More...
5 Ways to Fight Zoom Fatigue Sabra Ismath October 31, 2020 News & Social Issues It has been about eight months since we have entered the virtual world for our daily routines. Our new realm being Zoom itself. Whether it is a... Read More...
Urban Gardening Workshop Faizaan2 - Second Account October 26, 2020 Past Events Also sign up for our brand new Urban Gardening workshop! Link to sign up form (for workshop): http://bit.ly/storytellingMV01 Deadline is No... Read More...
How do you deal with abusive Muslim leaders who misuse their power in boards, masjids, workplaces, etc.? Anonymous October 25, 2020 Faith There’s an expression, “Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” Meaning that when people are put into a position of responsibility t... Read More...
The Inevitable of Who We Are Izza Malik September 30, 2020 News & Social Issues As the world has shifted over the years, there are a few things that have stayed the same. For instance, change and acceptance. I often watch a TV sh... Read More...
What is the best way to put someone in their place when they make a hurtful comment about you without being disrespectful or hurting their feelings? Omar Zia September 27, 2020 Friends The central theme in the Qur’an and, indeed, in the life of a Muslim revolves around two phrases “Enjoin all that is good on yourself and your enviro... Read More...
