Asma Hanif, a Muslim activist and domestic violence advocate, has dedicated her life and finances to assisting battered Islamic women. She founded Muslimat Al-Nisaa, one of the only shelters for abused Muslim women, and continually lobbies Congressional leaders on behalf of domestic violence survivors. Hanif is a trained nurse, but she left the hospital system…
Sheri and Corey Crowley relocated to a predominantly-white suburb of Detroit and instantly noticed the impact on their daughters. Aliya and Laila began developing identity-related complexes about their hair, complexions and overall worth. The Crowleys addressed their daughters’ plight by creating the “Pretty Brown Girl” doll. The parents wanted to enhance their daughters’ self-esteem, but…
Sisters Supporting Sisters/Brothers is dedicated to men and women of color living out their entrepreneurial dreams. Sisters Supporting Sisters/Brothers was started due to a lack of outlets to feature the immense talent and creativity of men and women of color. It is important for people of color to be more supportive of one another in…
