The issue of Muslim female leadership has gained significant attention lately, both within Muslim societies and outside of them. This is mainly because Muslim women have historically faced many obstacles and have been vastly underrepresented in leadership positions. Despite historical obstacles, Muslim women are stepping up as leaders, breaking down barriers, and making a difference […]
Dr. Debbie Almontaser
Very Political and NOT At All Neutral – Ban on Freedom of Speech at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
You won’t be seeing an athlete bending the knee or standing up for what they believe this time, because the IOC issued a ban on freedom of speech for the 2020 Olympics held in Beijing. According to the new three-page document explaining Rule 50, Athletes are not allowed to make political hand gestures, wear armbands […]
Why All Women Must Register Their Marriage Legally
Last week I met a woman – she was going through turmoil. She turned to me for advice because the life she built bit-by-bit was crumbling down. Her home life was a wreck and children heart-broken. Not because she decided to get a divorce from her husband. But, because she couldn’t find a way to […]
6 Reasons Why Every Empowered Woman Should Read Leading While Muslim
There has been sizeable research after 9/11 and its effects on the public sectors including our schools and students. However, no data was gathered about Muslim American principals. When I see the power of The Squad; our four congresswomen of color, it justifies the ultimate foundations of my book. Leading while Muslim, Black, Latinx, and, […]
My First Year of Teaching: Fouls and Fumbles
Teaching is one of the most difficult jobs in the world because of the multiple stakeholders a teacher has to work with including students, parents, colleagues and school administration. My first year was filled with fouls and fumbles because I was unprepared for the real world. Public relations and conflict resolution skills are a must […]