Tag: Muslim

Social Issues: Muslim Women Discuss Mental Health in Their Community

December 2, 2020 Sumaiyah Bynum

Advocates for increased mental health in the Muslim community are working hard to counter stigma around the issue.

Germantown: A Local Fashion Designer Caters To Muslim Women

May 18, 2017 Sonji Milburn

The Muslim population in Germantown is a visible one, with many businesses supporting parishioners of the faith. As a Muslim community, there are several small Islamic clothing stores for men, but few for women. Sadika Fashions‘ owner

Germantown: Influencing the Community Through Religion

September 17, 2015 George W. Miller

When you walk down Germantown’s antiquated cobblestone streets, you see a diverse pool of people from block to block. On one block you see people wearing Muslim clothing, and on another block you see people

Mantua: Bringing the American Muslim Experience to Life

June 8, 2012

The New Africa Center, located at 4243 Lancaster Ave., is a museum and archive focused on preserving the American Muslim Community. Abdul Rahim Muhammad, 60, director of the Islamic Cultural Preservation and Information Council, opened

Fairhill: Halal Live Poultry Shop Has Cross-Cultural Appeal

February 21, 2012

What’s for dinner tonight? For the diverse clientele of the Saba Halal Live Poultry Shop, it’s likely to be the freshest-tasting chicken, guinea hen, rabbit, duck, goat and beef, reminiscent of the poultry and meats

Germantown: A Philadelphia Favorite with a Hook

February 9, 2011

Muhammad’s Kitchen, located at the intersection of Germantown Avenue and Windrim Street, is serving up a Philadelphia classic with a different taste. The small restaurant owned by Abdul Muhammad specializes in fish hoagies. After being