Have you ever wondered about the diverse stories and history of Islam among African Americans? This article introduces 5 books that unpack this rich history. Spanning from slavery to the present day, these books reveal the trials and triumphs of Black Americans who found solace, activism, and identity in [...]
Interview By: Melissa Barreto Candice Elam's Journey to Islam Candice Elam, DNP, FNP-C, accepted Islam 19 years ago. Like many converts, her choice meant practicing a new religion, navigating changing family dynamics, and learning how to maintain her own identity in the wider, and often ethnocentric, Muslim communities. This [...]
By: Nailah Dean Why Muslims Should Celebrate Black History Month: 3 Reasons There are some widely celebrated holidays in America that Muslims avoid due to their religious connotations, such as Christmas and Easter. Others, such as Thanksgiving or the fourth of July, are more cultural in nature, and thus, [...]
