Olympian Fencer: Changing the Narrative for Muslim Athletes
Ibtihaj Muhammad is the first female Muslim-American athlete to earn a medal at the Olympics. She was born in Maplewood, New Jersey, where she was raised by her African American Muslim parents, alongside four siblings. Her dad was a retired Newark, New Jersey police officer, and her mum an elementary school special education teacher. Ibtihaj’s parents were already blessed with four children before she was born. Growing up, she had a special attraction for sports, but one thing stood as a limitation between her and her love for sports, which was her religious obligations that demands her modest appearance. Her religion allows for a woman to dress in a manner whereby most parts of the body are covered leaving out some functional areas for external engagements. In accordance with her beliefs, she couldn’t participate in a number of sports that conflicted with her religious observance to dressing modestly. Although she…
To Spy or Not to Spy on Your Teenage Daughter
Are you going through that phase when you are just so curious about your teenage daughter, and you really need to know what she’s…
The Essential Need for Women Participation in Peace Building
“Without peace, no development is possible. And without development, no peace is achievable. But without women, neither peace nor development is possible.” -…
Star Soccer Player Megan Porras, Takes Her Game International
Although she’s been a standout soccer player for the Pennington School, East Windsor native Megan Porras had never considered playing international soccer. Until she…
Chinese Women Face Obstacles Getting Heard on Their #MeToo Campaign
The “silence breakers,” as they are popularly known, circulate petitions demanding investigations into abuse and share Internet memes like clenched fists with painted nails.…
New women security unit graduates in Gaza
Members of a female security unit in Gaza graduated on Tuesday January 23, 2018, in a celebration attended by senior security officials, media reports…
Thailand: Exploring the Beauty of Chiang Mai
Everyone deserves that opportunity to kick back and relax; do you think it’s that time? Here’s a great location to visit. Chiang Mai is…
The role of Women in our Economies
Equal rights for women in Work Places By: Faridah Mugimba Kakyama Women have fought to achieve equal rights in many parts of Africa. But…
UN Appoints New Female Special Adviser on Africa
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced today the appointment of Bience Gawanas of Namibia as Special Adviser on Africa. She will succeed Maged Abdelaziz…
Dr. Phyllis Wise: Defining her path in the Science Field
Phyllis Wise is one of the very special women in academia who has made history and smashed stereotypes as a result of her exceptional…
Be a Mom and a Boss with WERK
By Anerobi, Chimezie Lotachi For most women in the professional world, the role of motherhood usually takes a toll on them when they start…
Is the Digital Environment Building or Bridging Kids Communication?
Parents often wonder if getting their kids a tablet or a phone is a bad idea; do you find yourself thinking along those lines…
