People Over Propaganda 

In light of the racislised divide that has come to define Australia’s proposed increased intake of Syrian refugees, I am genuinely sickened by the scramble to cherry pick refugees as if persecution were a favourites menu; it’s disgusting. I’m talking...

American Shariah – the movie 

Catching up with funny man, actor and producer #OmarRegan  at the Melbourne premiere of #AmericanShariah. Congrats- on a brilliant film executing home truths of the lived reality for American Muslims facing Islamophobia. Produced with humour and tact, this film...

Reactive Fatigue

As media callouts invariably commence, I’m reminded yet again how my appearances have almost always been reactive, following hostile developments locally and abroad. This is frustrating on so many levels. When communities are continually under siege to explain,...

Women at the Frontline

At the Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights, AGM. Celebrating an incredible year of service delivery and outcomes. Chairing this organisation continues to be a privelege, knowing the remarkable gains the team make in affecting meaningful change in...

Modelling Justice, UN style

Presented at the UN Model Conference (AMONK) on Saturday 29th November, at Sydney University. Speaking to the topic of ‘Progression of Social Justice’ via observations from my personal and professional experience. The student body I engaged with were...