Hanan Relief Group organizes Day of Dignity back-to-school fair
Photo by Jasmine SaadehVolunteers distribute school supplies during Hanan Relief Group’s 2025 Day of Dignity in Milwaukee.The Hanan Relief Group, together with national and local Muslim organizations, hosts its annual back-to-school fair, Day of Dignity,...
From Palmyra to Venice: When Syria reclaims its narrative through art
The general view shows the ancient city of Palmyra, Homs, central Syria, April 8, 2025Syria's participation in the 61st Venice Biennale of Art this year was more than simply a return to one of the world's most important artistic platforms. Rather, it...
The real meaning of Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan
‘The US desperately needs people in Congress who will fight against Trump and his sycophants.’ Photograph: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/APWith the victory of progressive Abdul El-Sayed over representative Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic primary, prepare...
Unique workshop addresses diaspora trauma with education and art
Nadia Alkum, owner of Nadiana Art Gallery in Greenfield, and Amal Azzam, co-founder of Fanana Banana collaborated on the art exhibition Our Shared Stories, which looks like the perfect setting for the Muslim Women’s Coalitions Diaspora Trauma Workshop on...
When Arabic Calligraphy Meets Japan: Art as a Bridge Between Cultures
Photo credit Honda KōichiAcross centuries and continents, calligraphy has transformed written language into something more than communication. In both the Islamic world and Japan, the written word has become an artistic and even spiritual discipline....
Preparing Your Muslim Teen for Public High School
SUMMARY: See helpful tips for the parents of Muslim students entering high school at a public school, based off the feedback of Muslim mothers who have experienced this step in their children's education.If you are a parent of a child entering high school...
Chicago-based podcast features four Milwaukee-based Palestinian American Muslim artists
Screenshots from PalTalk podcast (Left to right) Palestinian American Muslim artists Liala Amin, Amal Azzam, Muna Sharma and *Aya are featured guests on the PalTalk podcast, which features roundtable discussions with like-minded guests. Its tagline is...
Emerging anti-immigration sentiment in Japan obscures a surprising history of strategic engagement with Islam
Japan's Muslim population has roughly doubled over the past five years. (Aflo Images/Aflo Images via Getty images)(The Conversation) — A recent increase in anti-immigrant sentiment in Japan has led people from some religious and ethnic groups who were not...
What does Wisconsin’s chaotic Democratic primary for governor mean for progressive politics?
“It’s not just about winning tomorrow, but it’s about uniting our coalition. It’s about bringing in new builders. It’s about making sure everyone in Wisconsin sees themselves in our vision for a better Wisconsin for everyone,” Hong said. (Photo by Baylor...
Refugees succeed against the odds with a little help from friends
Khatera Nazari, a refugee from Afghanistan, graduated in May from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with a bachelor's degree in data science. She is now a data scientist with the Fortune 500 company Northwestern Mutual Insurance.Khatera Nazari...
