These Media Moguls Have Been Taking Muslim Women’s Day to the Next Level

For this historic March 27, we are finally celebrating and commemorating the voices of Muslim women throughout the world as we observe Muslim Women’s Day alongside our high-profile partners. From media moguls to tech titans, and organizational powerhouses to cultural influencers, our partners stand tall and resolute in their commitment to centering Muslim women’s voices as we collectively stretch and extend the bandwidths of all spaces across all domains to include Muslim women from all backgrounds and milieus.

As we celebrate the eighth anniversary of shattering stereotypes and bringing to the forefront the very narratives marginalized, excluded, and underrepresented from mainstream discourse, we are honored to observe and celebrate this day abuzz with unfathomable solidarity alongside media front-runners and leaders. 

Here are the major highlights of Muslim Women’s Day that you should keep your eyes peeled for as they keep unfolding, spearheaded by our partners, media moguls, and allies.

Elle

ELLE, our fearless and championing fashion media ally, is joining us today with its rich exclusive with none other than the striking Sara Shakeel, our 2024 featured artist for Muslim Women’s Day, who is sparkling our front page with her stunningly ethereal artwork for our 2024 Muslim Women To Watch list.

Variety

As we elevate the celebration of Muslim Women’s Day to new heights, Hollywood’s Gospel and media mogul Variety steps into the spotlight, boldly breaking the silence on Palestinian narratives in TV and film, ushering in a new era of inclusivity and representation on the silver screen — and we have not been feeling such star-struck for a while now.

HypeBae

HypeBae is back this Muslim Women’s Day to steal the show from none other than us, the MG Staff, as they effortlessly snag our VIP backstage golden ticket to celebrate alongside our incredible media titan and founder, Amani. And maybe — just maybe — we will have to hand over the reins to them for now. After all, HypeBae has beaten us in our hyping game this year, and we couldn’t be more impressed!

Refinery29

Feeling guilty for prioritizing oneself amidst the whirlwind of responsibilities and societal expectations can overtake Muslim women and girls striving for a brighter tomorrow. Lo and behold! Refinery29 refuses to let this Muslim Women’s Day pass without normalizing taking care of ourselves while staying rooted in our faith. Penned by our stunning Maliya Naz, we knew this fine piece would hit home.

her campus

Her Campus, an OG to the Muslim Women’s Day campaign, is making waves once again with its stunning work on how hijab, the classic symbol of feminine modesty in Islam, can usher in a new era of self-expression and confidence.

StoryCorps

StoryCorps is not your average storytelling platform. In light of our eighth anniversary of Muslim Women’s Day, StoryCorps is here to enchant you with its unparalleled storytelling prowess with this Gen Z daughter/mother story that resonates with every young Muslim girl and woman navigating the intersectionality of womanhood in Islam and the West.

The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU)

Get ready to have your mind blown by the groundbreaking insights and eye-opening findings brought to you by our veritable powerhouse of research the ISPU. You will amazed by how ISPU leaves no stone unturned in its special report on the multifaceted realities faced by Muslim women across the nation.

She’s the First

She’s the First is offering every Muslim girl and woman a heartfelt embrace that envelops us all with this heartwarming special, and we are so here for it. So if you have been feeling alone in this world lately, She’s the First is here to remind you that we are never alone in our struggles and that together, we can overcome any obstacle that stands in our way.

Lallab

If there was ever a doubt that French-speaking Muslim women and girls would have a space to call their own on Muslim Women’s Day this year, Lallab shatters it into a million pieces, stepping up to pass the mic to those who have long been striving to navigate life while remaining true to their identities in the West.

Space Center Houston

As we gaze upon the sky and reflect on the essence of the cosmos, Space Center Houston is joining us to take us beyond the stars, reminding us that the sky is no longer the limit with its first Emirate female astronaut and NASA alumna, Nora AlMatrooshi.

The Global Goals

The Global Goals is cutting straight to the heart of hot topics this Muslim Women’s Day with its laser-focused approach to tapping into the prominent faces that symbolize struggles from diverse disciplines and backgrounds. If you asked us what feels utterly humbling today, we would say being side by side with The Global Goals.

ForbesBLK

Do you think ForbesBLK is simply here to post a brief statement and call it a day? You had better think again. As formidable as this community is, ForbesBLK is here to shake things up and center the driving force behind Muslim Girl’s enduring legacy.

Girls Who Code

Born from the visionary mind of tech-savvy teenage girl Amani, Muslim Girl has evolved over the years into a powerhouse of empowerment, and we could not be more thrilled to see Girls Who Code standing alongside us this year for Muslim Women’s Day as they usher in new waves for more Muslim girls to thrive in the tech industry.

Kode With Klossy

When it comes to inclusivity in STEM, nobody can beat our invincible Kode With Klossy. Their commitment to empowering Muslim women and girls through education and hands-on learning is nothing short of remarkable, and we are honored to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with them on this special day.

Vital Voices

As we strive to foster leadership among Muslim women and girls, there’s no better ally than Vital Voices. Their determination and resolve when it comes to amplifying our voices and dismantling misrepresentation give us a huge sigh of relief that we are never alone in our fight for gender equality and the empowerment of our Muslim women and girls.

UN Youth Office

As a spark of hope and inspiration for millennial and Gen Z members of the MG Editorial, as well as for founder Amani, who represents us all within the prestigious chambers of the United Nations, the UN Youth Office emerges as our harbinger of youth activism and advocacy.

This year’s Muslim Women’s Day has been splendid, and we still cannot overcome the fresh feelings we have. We are nothing short of grateful for all our media moguls, allies, friends, partners, and loved ones who have made Muslim Women’s Day 2024 unforgettable.