by HEART Team | Oct 22, 2018 | Safe Communities, Sexual Violence
In light of the Kavanaugh confirmation, there have been many patriarchal narratives that have surfaced from within the Muslim community that either treat sexual violence as existing only in non-Muslim spaces or which diminish the experiences of Muslim survivors of...
by HEART Team | Oct 11, 2018 | Sexual Violence, Survivor Support
Dear Survivor: The past couple of weeks, leading up to the confirmation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh, have been a mix of emotions. We are disheartened and enraged that 27 years after the brave testimony of Anita Hill in those same chambers, history has repeated itself....
by HEART Team | Sep 27, 2018 | Sexual Violence
These remarks were given by numerous advocates working in the field of gender-based violence at a rally opposing Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh. These are remarks given by Qudsia Raja. For full coverage of the rally, please click here. Good afternoon. My name...
by HEART Team | Jul 24, 2018 | Sexual and Reproductive Health
by Dr. Sameena Rahman “As-Salaam-alaikum Doctor, I’m wondering if I can get your advice. I’m planning to go for Hajj (Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca), and I want to make sure I don’t get my period while I’m there. What are my options?” For the last few weeks, I’ve been...
by HEART Team | Jul 31, 2017 | Repro/Pelvic Health
Earlier this year, HEART partnered with researchers at UIC for a clinical study on Muslim American women’s health knowledge, practices, and desires for improved care. We surveyed 730 self-identifying Muslim American women ranging from ages 18 to 45. Check out some of...
