(Nov 4) I am writing this as we are approaching the election week. This is a pivotal election in so many ways – how we as a country demonstrate our “Trust in God”, sustain a democracy that is “of the people, by the people and for the people” and uphold rule of law while also examining those laws and rules that offend our souls...
As promised, I am going to focus in this issue on the general charity, known as sadaqah in Muslim tradition. The word sadaqah appears several times in the Qur'an, but if you look at the word "sadaqat" (plural) and its variations, it appears 13 times in various places, emphasizing charitable giving and the need to help others...
Muslims in America, particularly the youth, are navigating a complex landscape filled with unique challenges that profoundly affect their mental health and well-being. Central to their experience are issues surrounding their Muslim identity, which often clash with the expectations of a society that may not fully understand or accept them. As they grapple with these challenges, key factors such as intergenerational trauma and identity conflicts play significant roles...
The living wage discourse often casts a wide net, exploring economic impacts across industries. However, within this series, we now turn our focus to a single industry—retail. Retail is unique, as it employs a substantial share of minimum-wage workers and faces some of the most significant challenges in wage disparity. We will examine how wages, benefits, and corporate policies shape the retail workforce’s economic reality, with a deeper look at the contrast between part-time and full-time positions and case studies on giants like Walmart and Costco...
As the political climate grows increasingly intense, Gen Z is at the forefront of activism, advocacy, and social change. From climate justice to racial equity, our generation is deeply engaged, often balancing the pressure to create change with the stress of navigating a polarized political landscape. However, while fighting for a better future, it’s also crucial that we protect our own well being...
All of us at MyLLife are pleased to introduce one of our MyLLife Scholars 2024 Cohort members, Kia Azadbakht!...
All of us at MyLLife are pleased to introduce one of our dedicated 2024 Community Fellows, Lilly Ortega Torres!...
