Modesty: The Stick That’s Used to Enforce Invisibility
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Too often modesty is used as an excuse to silence women. We must not allow this situation to continue.
True Multi-Cultural Hero: The Surprise That Is St George
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: He’s been adopted by the English right-wing as a symbol of racial purity. He actually stood for nothing of the sort.
How Not To Marry A Child Bride And Treat Women Well
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Perhaps in light of the events in Steubenville, Ohio what’s needed is a simple ‘How To’ and ‘How Not To’ guide
Halal Food: It’s a Simple Matter of Community Trust
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The ongoing horsemeat scandal demonstrates the importance of establishing means to gain and maintain trust among consumers
Muslim Patrol: Proof of the Power of Social Media
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The way to notoriety these days is clear – do something hateful, film it and stick it on YouTube
Your Time: The Commitment That Grows Communities
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: It’s important – and if your Muslim it’s obligatory – to give money to the less fortunate. But there’s a more precious resource that you should give too.
“There Are Many Ways to be Muslim”: Varied World
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: I’m deeply concerned about the growing Islamophobia in Europe. I’m doing my bit to confront it.
The Lessons of Mina: Addressing Our Demons
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The rituals of the Haj contain lessons for all of us whether Muslim or not. In these violent times their force is even greater
My Daughter, My Legacy in Struggle for Opportunity
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Last Thursday was the first International Day of the Girl Child. It made me focus on my own particular role as a mother.
Mary: Jewish, Mother of Jesus and Now a Peacemaker
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: I’ve written before about ‘The Mary Initiative’ but it continues to have a powerful effect when people of different faith engage.
Avoiding ‘Pinkification’: Don’t Stereotype Toys
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: It’s a debate without end it seems – should there be ‘boy’ toys and ‘girl’ toys. I’m quite firm on the matter
The Purpose and Pleasure of Difference
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMMED:In both the Olympics and pilgrimage, people are put into close proximity with each other, forced to look past difference towards their common goals.
Shakespeare Does Iraq: Watch The Audience
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: A new version of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ set in Iraq which is now playing in London is winning over Iraqis and non-Iraqis alike.
Aamir Khan Uses ‘Star Power’ For Social Effect
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The Bollywood superstar’s new TV show has made major waves and forced politicians to act quickly.
Walnut Whipped: A Londoner’s Olympic “Fever”
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Even with more than two months to go, London is morphing into a different kind of city, and I don’t like it one bit.
Role of the Arts in Muslim World ‘Not Understood’
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: While arts from the Muslim world are widely celebrated in the West, they are less appreciated within umma.
The Big Question:’Is Life Getting Better for Women?’
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: It’s a test that can be applied in any country. It’s time that men acknowledged their role.
Weddings: The Heavy Burden of Gold
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: It’s all about status, a deeply crass form of putting wealth on display. And it drives families into paralysing debt.
The Anxiety of Wedding Gifts: A Golden Issue
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The price of gold goes up and up and up. It’s a major concern for parents.
Easter: You’ll Find it Beneath the Chocolate
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Bunnies are cute, chocolate tasty. It’s true there’s a gap for a Chocoholic Sunday – but not on Easter Sunday.
