by HEART Team | Feb 11, 2014 | Repro/Pelvic Health, Sex Education
by Nadiah Mohajir I recently came across Menstrupedia.com, a virtual resource developed by some individuals in India who wanted to create a guide for women and girls on staying healthy during their periods. The website offers information through different media, and...
by HEART Team | Jan 31, 2014 | Mental Well-Being, Sex Education
originally published on altmuslimah.com by Nadiah Mohajir Cultural stigmas have existed for thousands of years, yet never have I ever been more haunted by the unfortunate effect they have on mental and physical health outcomes. As a One Chicago, One...
by HEART Team | Jan 22, 2014 | Guest Bloggers, Mental Well-Being, Sexual Violence
originally printed at http://www.theislamicmonthly.com/reclaiming-my-life-after-sexual-abuse/ By Sarah Rashid “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” – Carl Jung “The soul always knows what to do to heal itself....
by HEART Team | Jan 19, 2014 | Sex Education
originally posted on sistersbreakingbarriers.wordpress.com by Nadiah Mohajir This article by Wajahat Ali is worth a read. In just a few paragraphs, he humorously and eloquently demonstrates why sex education for our Muslim youth is more crucial than ever. As...
by HEART Team | Jan 12, 2014 | Sex Education, Youth Development
Originally published on altmuslimah.com By Ayesha Akhtar Over the last few years, one question HEART has repeatedly asked Muslim girls (ages 10-18) in various arenas is, “what are the top three challenges you face as an American Muslim girl?” Without fail, we receive...
