Edition #02 Contributors
Mariah Idrissi | “Covered, Confident and Here to Stay”
Mariah Idrissi is a model and filmmaker, recognised as the world’s first hijab wearing model in 2015 for H&M. She’s an international speaker, including talks at TED and Oxford. She won the ‘Young Achiever’ Award at the Arabian Business Awards in 2019. Mariah produced and presented a short documentary called Britain’s First Mosque in 2024 and is currently developing a documentary series.
Dr Sidra Khan | “Reclaiming Skincare as Ritual, not Routine”
Dr Sidra Khan is a consultant dermatologist with a specialist interest in skin ageing and pigmentation. She is deeply committed to advancing inclusive, evidence-based skincare and diversifying traditional beauty narratives. Her work is driven by a strong belief in health equity, particularly within dermatology.
Dr Khan previously led the Global Health and Equity group at the British Association of Dermatologists and remains actively involved in international outreach. As part of her role with the International Foundation of Dermatology, she has provided specialist care in the Cox’s Bazar refugee camp in Bangladesh and helped establish a teledermatology service to improve long-term access.
She is a published author of scientific papers and textbook chapters, and her expert commentary is regularly featured in media. She continues to champion a more inclusive, ethical, and sustainable future for skincare.
Humairah Adam | “Rooted in Wellness - How Muslim Women are Reclaiming Healing and Harmony”
Humairah is a British expat trying to survive the UAE heat, and works as a full-time Copy Writer and Editor. Out of hours she likes to keep it simple – by staying home, trying new recipes and flicking through a good book.
Sahir Ahmed-Evans | “The Day I Stopped Surviving”
Sahir is a trailblazing Menopause Empowerment Coach, expert, and speaker. After overcoming severe health challenges, including Endometriosis and Medical Menopause, she empowers women to invest in their health, prioritise wellness, and move from surviving to thriving. Sahir’s work challenges the stigma around menopause, ageing, and self-care, especially in ethnic communities, fostering open, empowering conversations. She believes midlife is a time of renewal, energy, and bold self-discovery. Through her dynamic coaching, Sahir is redefining wellness, helping women build lifelong health, resilience, and joy.
Muminah Koleoso | “Add to Playlist - Inspiring Podcasts for your next Listen”
Muminah is an award-winning Muslim Nigerian-British writer, journalist, poet, content creator, and youth advocate. She has contributed to platforms like Black Ballad and Vericane, was shortlisted for the 2024 New2theScene Poetry Competition, and is the winner of the 2025 Young Scot Award for Culture & Entertainment and the MCM Comic Con Scholarship.
After graduating from Edinburgh University with a degree in Computer Science and Mathematics, she transitioned from tech to digital marketing, media, and the literary arts. Through her work, Muminah is dedicated to amplifying the voices of Black and Muslim women. She has performed at notable events, including the Edinburgh International Book Festival and the inaugural Brown Shuga Books Festival. She also hosts the Sister Station Podcast and a monthly open mic on IG Live to amplify the voices of Muslim and BIPOC women.
Shanza Ali | “The Closing Word”
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Nadeine Asbali | “Battles of the Boy Mum Club”
Nadeine is a British-Libyan writer, secondary school teacher and mum of two living in London. She writes for a number of publications including The Guardian, The i and Hyphen on a range of topics including Islamophobia, education and motherhood. She is also the author of Veiled Threat: On Being Visibly Muslim in Britain.
Sadia Ramzan | “Faith at 8848 - The Quiet Rise of Nayla Nasir Albloushi”
Sadia Ramzan is the founder and CEO of The Muslim Women Travel Group, a rapidly growing travel community based in the United Kingdom that curates meaningful, halal-friendly travel experiences for women worldwide. With a deep-rooted passion for exploring diverse cultures in ways that honour her clients’ values, Sadia has led women on enriching journeys across destinations like Türkiye, Morocco, and Malaysia. Her background in the halal tourism industry has positioned her as a pioneer in creating safe and inclusive spaces for Muslim women travellers, providing them with authentic insights, curated itineraries, and a vibrant community. Through her work, Sadia has built a close-knit following of like-minded women who share her enthusiasm for travel and cultural connection. In her writing, she brings an insider’s perspective on halal-friendly travel, blending personal stories with practical advice to inspire and inform her readers.
Henrietta Szovati | “Quiet Strength, Mountain Deep”
Henrietta is an author, leadership consultant and founder of the House of Andalus, a social enterprise set up to cultivate Muslim heritage, leadership and spiritual ecosystems in Andalucia, Spain. Henrietta has worked with individuals and organisations to help shape their path in leadership and legacy by creating programmes for NGOs, corporate and social enterprises using her innovative and intelligent design to support legacy projects and currently building her own dream project, a unique space for personal transformation in the mountains of Andalucia. An author of two books, she uses writing as a tool for personal and organisational transformation.
Imani Asi | “Rooted in Haifa, Rising in Ilford” and “Ctrl + Alt + Imani: A Diary of Her Own Becoming”
Imani Asi is a British Pakistani writer, entrepreneur, and political advisor. She holds a master’s in pharmacy; a path that taught her life is too short not to live on her own terms. So she did: launching her jewellery brand, Imani & Co., while building grassroots activism and and working across the charity sector. Reaching Parliament wasn’t part of some grand plan, it was the result of following conviction over convention. Once there, it only deepened her commitment to speaking for those so often left unheard. It’s a reminder that purpose doesn’t always arrive with a map, sometimes, it finds you along the way and that life is rarely linear.
She writes from the middle of things; at the intersection of cultures, moments and contradictions, between what is and what could be. With wit, warmth, and a careful eye for the details that shape who we are, her voice is equal parts fire and grace. Rooted in reality, always reaching for something honest. She hopes her words help you feel a little less alone in the chaos, and a little more seen in the silence.
Aliza Ayaz | “Yours, Faithfully”
Aliza is a multifaceted professional leading impactful initiatives across health, environment, social impact, and geopolitics. In her role as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador and climate activist, Aliza advocates for environmental policies addressing global challenges and sustainable development. Through the Ayaz Rana Foundation, she drives social impact projects focused on education, wellness, and community support. Aliza’s work extends to advising on geopolitical issues, where she brings her international perspective to address the intersection of social and policy challenges. Known for her dedication and expertise, she creates transformative solutions that foster resilience, equity, and sustainability worldwide.
Mariam Chaudry | “The Evolution of Female Friendships”
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Sana Faqir | “Turn the Page - Muslim Women in Fiction”
Sana is a Scottish Muslim writer with Pakistani roots. Her fiction is deeply rooted in faith, culture, and all aspects of her identity. She is the author of Join Us for Ramadan, a bestselling sensory board book that invites young children to experience the joys of Ramadan through touch and feel. Passionate about representation in children’s literature, Sana writes so young Muslim readers can see themselves in the stories they read. She also coordinates the Islamic Book Fair of Scotland, an annual event that brings acclaimed Muslim children’s authors from around the world to Scottish audiences. Sana is currently working on her debut adult novel – a halal romance set in Glasgow.
Grace Walters | “Behind the Book with Layinka Sanni” and “Hello Hydration”
Grace is a writer, activist and yoga teacher from Manchester with a passion for inclusive wellness, ethics and social justice. After being diagnosed with multiple disabilities Grace's life completely changed, and she also changed her career to dedicate more time to her special interests and community initiatives. Grace is passionate about helping others and making health and wellness accessible to everyone, and she is involved in a number of intersectional causes including environmental and anti-racist movements. When she's not writing, volunteering or spending time in nature Grace loves painting, gardening and reading and can often be found in the kitchen baking healthy treats.