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Mariam Nasrri is an artist currently living in Vancouver. In the 1980’s, I opened my eyes in a communist-conquered country, Afghanistan.  In 1992, the fires of the civil war devoured our home in Kabul.  My family and I fled to the north to escape the horrors of ethnic cleansing.  In 1998, the Taliban slaughtered almost […]

Michael shares a powerful story of family, identity, and acceptance as a Transgender individual. His story depicts the journey of hardship, triumph, and acceptance in identity. MALA is a proud supporter of human rights, and we are honored to share Michael’s bravery and courage to help lead confidence amongst others.     “Not only that,

Here, MALA presents a powerful narrative regarding human rights, nationalism, theocracy, and the need for democracy. This story shows how males can be married off without their will, and their own personal set of struggles which should not remain ignored.  This story serves as a reminder that humanity prevails. We remain committed to protect the

Roshdieh Islam’s identity as a Muslim has changed over the years, but her pride for Islam has always remained strong. In her story she shares her journey to discover her identity. My name is Roshdieh Islam and my identity as an American is not in conflict with my faith. Growing up in a Muslim household

  This post originally appeared on Bustle. By KRUTIKA PATHI Growing up in America with an Iranian mother who, after an arranged marriage, came to this country with no agency to pursue an education, I realized how difficult it can be to navigate gender along the lines of culture. It was hard for my mom

Israa Ismaeil is an Egyptian American writer/poet based in New York City. Her poetry tells stories often untold by many, soft, heart-wrenching verses capable of piercing even the hard rock solid hearts. Her poems range from talking about love to Black Lives Matter and everything in between.  This story is part of “American Muslims”, a photo series

Omar Sedique is an Afghan American. In his story, he shares how music fosters a sense of pride in his identity and rich heritage. He explains how his American and Afghan cultures blend together to provide him with a platform for creativity, as well as acceptance. This story was recorded in partnership with MALA and

 Michael Stark shares his unique experiences on having the role as a brother to children from around the globe as part of an international children’s medical program. Through his memories of diversity, connectivity, and fostering relationships with his siblings across the globe, Michael emphasizes the importance of empathy and cultivating belonging. He also serves as