North Carolina has a history. However, on July 17, 2019, the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, held a rally in Greenville, where he attacked members of the so-called “Squad.” These are 4 women of
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Grassroots Organizing
The Muslim Ban: Reflections on Organizing in Greensboro, NC
I realized that when I heard about the Muslim Ban I was angry about it but I stopped there and it was not until becoming a Muslim Women For fellow that I looked at it in-depth and realize how bad it really was. From there, I became motivated to do something about it.
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Political Education
Reclaiming Public Spaces: A Retreat Reflection
The retreat taught me that my identity as a woman, a person of color and a first-generation immigrant is instrumental in shaping the narrative of designing a better world. I am an advocate within my field of architecture, to fight for social design, accessible spaces, and healthier communities.
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Empowerment
Affordable, Immigrant-Friendly Family Law Attorneys in Wake County
It can be difficult to get help for free, however, these attorneys offer affordable fees and are recommended by attorneys who work with immigrants. This list is compiled in order of recommendation from a lawyer
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Grassroots Organizing
Help Us Protect a Muslim Woman and her Kids from Domestic Violence
WE HAVE A DUTY TO PROTECT THE WOMEN IN OUR COMMUNITY! A Muslim mother in our community is experiencing physical, mental, and emotional violence by her husband and the father of her two children.
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Event
Building Bridges during Ramadan
We believe that the most important aspect of this event is that folks got the opportunity to engage with people in their community, who might have different beliefs but ultimately share a human experience.
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Grassroots Organizing
Sudan in Crisis: Continuing The Revolution Of Our Ancestors
Empowerment
Interfaith Social Justice Leadership Retreat 2018
During Labor Day 2018, Muslim Women For took femmes and women of color from North Carolina to Washington DC for a weekend of social justice leadership trainings composed of curriculum developed by Muslim Women For.
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Political Education
Revolutionary Reading Library
In December 2017, Muslim Women For unveiled a small library of books available on loan to members of our community wanting to expand their political awareness and social consciousness. We are constantly rotating books and