Believe It: There’s a Latent Superhero In All of Us

SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The daily duties and responsibilities may grind down our inner superhero but the flame lives in every Muslim woman
Rihanna’s Cultural Heist: An Act Against Womanhood

SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Rihanna’s plan was to use Muslim culture to ‘enhance her own brand’. She knows nothing of the lives of Muslim women.
The Influence of The Father: Strong But Varied Views

SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The influence that ‘the father’ has exerted over leading female politicians has varied considerably
So Why All The Fuss Over A Tiny Piece of Cloth?

SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Considering the tiny number of women who actually wear a veil in the U.K it’s amazing all of the discussion about it.
Ramadan Training: It’s Time to Kick Those Bad Habits

SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Sometimes our behaviour can be less than perfect during Ramadan. We shouldn’t, though, simply make excuses for this.
British Muslims Express Horror Over Lee Rigby’s Murder

SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: Virtually every mainstream Muslim organisation has been unequivocal in its condemnation of the appalling murder of the young soldier
‘My Reaction As a British Muslim to the Woolwich Attack’

SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: It was a shocking, brutal incident that has evoked an understandable maelstrom of emotion. Here are my initial thoughts and feelings
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.