Tag: Feminism

Identity

EVENT: Stand for Gaza with Islam Bergerak

As Israel’s brutal assault on Gaza rages on, our editor Aisha Hasan joined Islam Bergerak’s for a discussion on rethinking Global North-South solidarity through the lens of the transnational Ummah. Examining the importance of forging a united front against injustice, the conversation sparked critical dialogue on racial capitalism, legacies of colonialism, the question of feminism, and redefining the boundaries of collective action. Recorded in Ramadan … Continue reading EVENT: Stand for Gaza with Islam Bergerak

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Gender

Cultural Imperialism and Saving Muslim Women

Growing up, I often joined my parents and watched the evening news on television, through which I became aware of the various injustices faced by vulnerable populations across the world. Coming from a South Asian background, I was conscious of the unjust cultural practices many women from the subcontinent were subject to. As a teenager, I felt compelled to be involved in efforts to serve … Continue reading Cultural Imperialism and Saving Muslim Women

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Features, Gender

EVENT: Feminism – Al-Arqam Institute

As part of Al-Arqam Institute‘s Ramadan 2021 programme, our editor Aisha Hasan delivered a lecture on feminism. Outlining how the Muslim community should approach conversations on feminism, she discusses what we can learn from feminist analysis, evaluates Islamic feminism, and highlights the challenges posed by misogyny for Muslim women. Continue reading EVENT: Feminism – Al-Arqam Institute

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Gender, History

The women of Tuggurt in their houses: Framings of women’s liberation in Algeria

Sabrina Amrane Shortly after he rose to power, former President of Algeria Houari Boumediene visited Tuggurt, a city more than 600km south of Algiers. His arrival is documented on film, where you can see him carefully step down from a private plane and then wave from a Lincoln town car, followed by dozens of police Vespas. When looking closely at the black-and-white montage, one can … Continue reading The women of Tuggurt in their houses: Framings of women’s liberation in Algeria

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