Contribution

The Importance of Conscious Parenting in Raising Confident Muslims

Introduction Is there a connection between parent behavior that contradicts their professed religious beliefs and the eventual outcome of atheism in their children? This question was the subject of a recent study...

Roohi Tahir

“How Can I Ever Trust Again?” Navigating Betrayal

Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they’re never weakness.[1] -Brene Brown Case study Kathleen had never loved anyone the way she loved...

Sarah Sultan and Najwa Awad

The Ethical Worldview of the Qur’an

Introduction A worldview is a comprehensive philosophical view of the world we live in and interact with and it encompasses all aspects of reality, physical and metaphysical. A worldview represents one’s most...

Dr. Yasien Mohamed

Islamophobia in American Society, Culture, & Politics

Introduction Islamophobia is a complex phenomenon that exists in various spheres of US society. The purpose of this short article is to help provide a basic historical analysis of Islamophobia to better understand...

Dr. Naved Bakali

Counter-Radicalization: A Critical Look into a Racist New Industry

Abstract Radicalization is the process by which individuals develop an intent to support or commit acts of political violence. The industry of counter-radicalization, or countering violent extremism as it is known in...

Dr. Tarek Younis

What is Islamophobia? The Politics of Anti-Muslim Racism

Introduction With rising anti-Muslim sentiment in the United States and Europe, there is an ongoing discussion about how to define it. Since Islam is not a race, some argue that it can’t be called “racism.” Others argue...

Nour Soubani

The Far-Right’s Love Affair with Islamophobia

Abstract Anti-Muslim racism is increasingly becoming a prominent feature of far-right extremist groups and political figures across Europe and North America. This article examines the growth of Islamophobic discourse...

Dr. Naved Bakali

“I Should’ve Gotten Over It by Now”: Surviving the Impact of Grief on Faith

Should you shield the valleys from the windstorms, you would never see the beauty of their canyons.[1] – Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Case Study Khadeejah’s best friend, Amina, passed away in a sudden car accident...

Najwa Awad and Sarah Sultan