Islamophobia And Hijabophobia: How It All Started and Why You Should Care
byIs Hijabophobia as scary as it seems? Why does America fear Muslims? Exploring misconceptions and challenging Muslim stereotypes. How many times have you witnessed…
Harboring an Endangered Craft – Al Sadu
byA traditional Emirati craft, Al-Sadu, is threatened by extinction. Walking into a traditional Bedouin majlis, one would find the furniture decorated in primary…
The Youth Leveraging the Power of Vulnerability in Open Mic Nights (@BSpace4)
byWhat is the open mic night culture all about? And how is it empowering the youth in today’s world? I was recently invited…
When the Brain is in Danger – Questioning Beliefs
byWhat happens to our brains when our beliefs are questioned? Why is it that when we are given evidence that counterattacks our beliefs,…
Lost in Translation: Orientalism and the Origin of Islamophobia
byIslamophobia seems very modern and recent, but in reality, it has roots that reach back to the 16th century, and its impacts are…
Why Do Children Need On-Screen Diversity- Emirati Representation Efforts
bySeeing one’s self on screen is critical for children, Emirati children need enough representation for them to grow up with a sense of…
Unpleasant Insinuations
byCan insinuations be malicious? and what kind of effect do they leave on the receivers and what do they imply about the aggressors?…
Speak Up if You Have Been Bullied in Medicine
byBullying in medicine is a silent pandemic. In this article, we confront and dissect this problem that is often regarded as part of the…
Finding Meaning Through Eating Disorder Recovery
byTrying to figure out what purpose you serve as an individual is a tough job for anyone. Doing so while recovering from an…
Yoga – Another Physical Spectrum
bySwapping high physical fitness training for a slow but steady alternative. In the second year of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, gyms and walking tracks…