review of Saba mahmoud; islam, feminism and agency

Islam, Feminism and Agency: Through the Words of Saba Mahmoud

A Review of Saba Mahmoud’s Feminist Theory, Embodiment, and the Docile Agent: Some Reflections on the Egyptian Islamic Revival   Read Mahmoud’s essay here. We’ve all seen and heard the idea that Islam is contrary to feminism. How they’re incompatible. But what about groups of females that look towards Islam to reclaim their power and agency? Can …

Gate bards in Morocco, showing ruins in the background.

Morocco: An Overview

Morocco is an exciting country to visit. In this overview, I cover the history, government structure, religion, food and drink, nightlife and issues traveling as a woman.

the Atlantic Ocean on the coast of Morocco in Rabat

Musings of an American Abroad in Morocco

Thoughts on Identity While Abroad in Morocco It was a typical Thursday night when we left the boat bar, stomachs full of shitty free wine and the streets empty. My friend and I accepted a ride from a Moroccan man—she gave me that look before we hopped in, like Really, Emma?—but I was impatient, and …