With a recent chronic illness diagnosis, Maryam, a cancer survivor, shares her journey towards Allah through the pain and finding her ease in her hardship

Sometimes to fight for your faith is truly a fight of survival in systems that were not designed to welcome you. In part 2 of this story, our guest Sara recounts her painful experiences of being incarcerated as a teenager in France and her reflections on what it truly means to experience ease after immense hardships.  ** Our guest’s name has been changed to maintain confidentiality.  - Host: Cadar Mohamud  Lead Producer: Hanna Adan  Writer: Sara Emira Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou  Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya Shan Cover Artist: Fatimah Nadeem

Fighting for Faith is our defiant response—a call to action against assimilation. It's a movement echoing the struggles faced by women everyday in Sudan, Gaza at home, and beyond. Inspired by them.. this is why #TDSFightingForFaith—one story at a time, empowering women to stand tall, resilient in their Imaan.

We are back with PART 2 of Behind the Mic, this time with the directors in your ears, and in your speakers, telling you a behind the scenes story…Sawsan, Noura, Aisha and Cadar talk TDS beyond the podcast, listen in as they trade memories, intentions and future plans in this special episode. —— We have partnered up with DiscoverU life to help you get Ramadan ready with their Visionaire program Visionaire is a 5 step formula that will helps build and nurture a believer’s mindset and allows you to craft strong and powerful dream duaas that will change the trajectory of your life whilst raising your standard in Deen and Dunya. The live online sessions by the late Sh.Muhammad Alshareef, and a live guided experience by Razia Hamidi will go on through the month of Ramadan. Don’t worry you’ll have lifetime access to ALL the courses, bonuses and resources shared once you sign up. Register today and get a 10% discount code only for TDS members using our promo code TDS10 Visit www.visionaireramadan.com/TDS Host: Cadar Mohamud Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Editor: Lamisah Chowdhury Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project Manager: Maaheen Khan  Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

You thought you wouldn’t hear from us till Ramadan …..well guess again, TDS is back with new episodes. In the spirit of reviving a Season one tradition the team is behind the microphone here to give you a behind the scenes exclusive on what 2023 was like for us! Hear from Khweya, Hanna, Maaheen, Lamisah and of course are host Cadar talk to you about S3, Lovetember and what its like being part of The Digital Sisterhood team <3 Disclaimer: Lamisah was experiencing some mic issues apologies for the audio quality in advance  —— We have partnered up with DiscoverU life to help you get Ramadan ready with their Visionaire program Visionaire is a 5 step formula that will helps build and nurture a believer’s mindset and allows you to craft strong and powerful dream duaas that will change the trajectory of your life whilst raising your standard in Deen and Dunya. The live online sessions by the late Sh.Muhammad Alshareef, and a live guided experience by Razia Hamidi will go on through the month of Ramadan. Don’t worry you’ll have lifetime access to ALL the courses, bonuses and resources shared once you sign up. Register today and get a 10% discount code only for TDS members using our promo code TDS10 Visit www.visionaireramadan.com/TDS Host: Cadar Mohamud Episode Producer: Khweya Bezeid Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Editor: Lamisah Chowdhury Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project Manager: Maaheen Khan  Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

For the final episode of Lovetember, we wanted to give all our listeners the perfect fairy tale ending…  This story follows Halima, a Mexican Indigenous and American girl just trying to understand the people and world around her. Join us as we follow through the epic love story that is, of finding the most special relationship, on her path to finding Allah. Host: Cadar Mohamud Episode Producer: Khweya Bezeid Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Associate Producer: Kwaku Dapaah-Danquah Editor: Lamisah Chowdhury Writer: Lamisah Chowdhury Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project Manager: Maaheen Khan  Sound Designer: Youssef Douazo Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Iqraa -- Read. This was the first word to be revealed from the Holy Quran. A simple command that can be very difficult to obey. And for Aaliyah this was even more uniquely difficult, as the words of the Quran began to lift, change & morphe before her eyes with no explanation, Aaliyah started to believe she may never be able to read. In this episode, join her as she opens up about overcoming difficulties and allowing her love for the Quran to flourish. Disclaimer: Voices in this episode have been distorted to provide anonymity. Host: Cadar Mohamud Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Associate Producer: Khweya Bezeid Associate Producer: Kwaku Dapaah-Danquah Script Writer and Editor: Sara Emira Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Have you ever watched the movie Love & Basketball? Well in this next episode, we dive into the captivating story of Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir, the first Muslim woman to play basketball in a hijab in NCAA Division 1. In this story, Bliqis grapples with the loss of her first love, but she finds another along the way... Host: Cadar Mohamud Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Associate Producer: Kwaku Dapaah-Danquah Associate Producer: Khweya Bezeid Editor: Fareeda Baruwa Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Cover Art by: Maymuna Ali Project Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Designer: Youssef Douazo Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

To kick things off in TDS style, we charge RIGHT into our most anticipated mid-season return of all: the one that we’ve dubbed as LOVETEMBER. Lover girls around the globe are invited to join us as we ask the big questions: when will MY time for love come? Is there still hope, through all trials and tribulations, for us to grow into each of our own love stories? Fear not, dear listeners, as we embark on this journey to find out what love truly means together; In your ears, and in your speakers, telling you a good LOVE story. Several, in fact! Host: Cadar Mohamud Guest Producer: Sawsan Abdillahi Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Editor: Sara Emira Script: Naomi Wirsta, Sara Emira Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project Manager: Maaheen Khan  Sound Designer: Youssef Douazo Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

SEASON 3 EPISODE 4 - Stepping in to the light When Cadar stumbles across an article featuring today's guest Shazrina binti Azman also known as Mizz Nina , she was so compelled by her story and that she set out to ask the former pop star why she decided to step away from the lime light and in to the noor of Islam. —— Our first sponsor today is @LyraSwim , a brand that cares about how women feel without compromising on looking and feeling good, a brand that reflects the beliefs and values of women from all walks of life. Designed in London and ethically produced in Istanbul, Lyra swimwear will provide you with 50 UPF protection, fast-drying and high quality fabric.  Head to our link in bio and use the code TDS5 to get 5% off their entire collection and get your stylish burkini look down! —— Our second sponsor this episode is brought to you by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, This Ramadan we've collaborated once more with them to help build brand new washrooms for girls in Somalia and Kenya. Head to hhrd.org/tds (https://hhrd.org/tds) to donate and find out more about the cause. Help us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washrooms. —— VOTE FOR TDS TO WIN THE AUDIENCE HONOREE AWARD @shortyawards: https://shortyawards.com/15th/the-digital-sisterhood-podcast-2 This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios Host: Cadar Mohamud Executive Producer: Muna Scekomar Guest Producer: Sawsan Abdillahi Guest Editor: Lamisah Chowdhury Assistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya Bezeid Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

SEASON 3 EPISODE 3 - Holding on to Hope | Part Two  In part two, Cadar digs deeper into Aj’s story after finding something on her LinkedIn page that gave Cadar more questions about AJ’s story than she initially did before. And what she found was much much much deeper than she expected. —— Our first sponsor today is East Qasil, a natural ingredient and nourishing powder with deep cleansing properties that hydrates and softens your skin for a bright glow.  Get exclusive discounts and insider access to their product launch by joining their waitlist before April 30th. Head to EASTQASIL.COM (http://eastqasil.com) and reserve your spot today! Our second sponsor this episode is brought to you by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, This Ramadan we've collaborated once more with them to help build brand new washrooms for girls in Somalia and Kenya. Head to hhrd.org/tds (https://hhrd.org/tds) to donate and find out more about the cause. Help us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washrooms. VOTE FOR TDS TO WIN THE AUDIENCE HONOREE AWARD: https://shortyawards.com/15th/the-digital-sisterhood-podcast-2 This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios Host: Cadar Mohamud Producer: Muna Scekomar Assistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya Bezeid Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

SEASON 3 EPISODE 2 - Holding on to Hope When Cadar gets a tip about a rumor that Sahih International, one of the most widely read translation of the Quran, was published and translated by the three white revert American women. She went into investigative mode, rolled up her sleeves and went digging to verify the rumors. —— Our first sponsor today is East Qasil, a natural ingredient and nourishing powder with deep cleansing properties that hydrates and softens your skin for a bright glow.  Get exclusive discounts and insider access to their product launch by joining their waitlist before April 30th. Head to EASTQASIL.COM and reserve your spot today! Our second sponsor this episode is brought to you by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, This Ramadan we've collaborated once more with them to help build brand new washrooms for girls in Somalia and Kenya. Head to hhrd.org/tds to donate and find out more about the cause. Help us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washrooms. This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios Host: Cadar Mohamud Producer: Muna Scekomar Assistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya Bezeid Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

There’s no doubt that faith is a journey and fighting to protect one’s faith is an honorable struggle. But what happens when you embark on a journey without a guide - or even worse, a guide who has gone astray?  This week’s episode sheds light on the grim reality of what happens when our vulnerable youth find comfort in the arms of strangers with ill intentions. Our guest Sara vulnerably shares her story of being groomed and radicalized in her early teens and how it turned her life upside down upside down forever.  ** Our guest’s name has been changed to maintain confidentiality.  - Host: Cadar Mohamud  Lead Producer: Hanna Adan  Writer: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou  Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya Shan Cover Artist: Fatimah Nadeem

Have you ever asked yourself, "am I worthy to make duaa to Allah?" "how can a 'bad' muslim ask Allah for anything?" Those questions constantly haunted Cadar's mind until one day she decided to take a chance and step into the power of duaa. The story that followed was the most dramatic love story to ever be told, which left her repeating "Had I known..." This episode is sponsored by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, Head to hhrd.org/tds to donate and find out more about the cause Help us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washroom. This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios Host: Cadar Mohamud Producer: Muna Scekomar Assistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya Bezeid Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Marketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Content Warning: Death, Hospital, COVID-19 As the deadly virus COVID-19 began to spread across the world, Respiratory therapists were pushed to the frontlines. While hospitals were meant to be a safe haven for all, Yasmin became painfully aware of demon lurking in the shadows, ready to sacrifice anyone not holding a privilege card . As Yasmin begins to enlist the help of her closest friend Urji and other healthcare workers to save families and patients from falling through the cracks, she finds herself caught and needing to be saved too. Mawadda Disposable Hijab launches Monday, NOV 7th, 2022 Please follow their instagram and visit their page by clicking here This Week's sponsor is ACC or A Continuous Charity: an organization with a mission to to promote the spiritual and intellectual development of Muslims throughout North America by providing interest-free loans for higher education. They have launched a $25k fundraising campaign to support Muslim women and aid them in attaining their educational pursuits. “ACC for Women’s Empowerment” or ACC4WE aims to support sisters across the nation struggling to pursue an education simply because they don’t want to compromise their deen and drown in crippling debt. Every dollar you is a continuous charity for you . DONATE HERE AND SPREAD THE WORD Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. DONATE HERE TO HELP TDS CONTINUE ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Host: Cadar Mohamud Senior Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Assistant Producers: Khweya Bezeid & Nima Harun Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In the comic book “Racism and all its friends, Vol.1" Yasmin, a soft-spoken introvert, is challenged by an assembled ancient league of evil, popularly known as racism in the medical field. Although Yasmin was not the archetype hero everyone expected, she manages to unleash the dormant power laying within, making her the greatest kind of hero to ever was. This Week's sponsor is ACC or A Continuous Charity: an organization with a mission to to promote the spiritual and intellectual development of Muslims throughout North America by providing interest-free loans for higher education. They have launched a $25k fundraising campaign to support Muslim women and aid them in attaining their educational pursuits. “ACC for Women’s Empowerment” or ACC4WE aims to support sisters across the nation struggling to pursue an education simply because they don’t want to compromise their deen and drown in crippling debt. Every dollar you is a continuous charity for you . Here's the link to donate and if you cant donate then please spread the word https://bit.ly/TDSxACC Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Host: Cadar Mohamud Senior Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Assistant Producers: Khweya Bezeid & Nima Harun Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Content Warning: Suicide At the age of 14, Amal's move to Toronto taught her that home is not a place but a person. The word Hooyo (mom) comes from the root word Hooy which means Home. But what happens when that home is temporary? Taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health. Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Host: Cadar Mohamud Senior Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Assistant Producer: Khweya Bezeid Intern: Nima Harun Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi RESOURCES & SERVICES IF YOU NEED HELP: https://maristan.org/resources https://muslimmentalhealth.com/patients-families/resource-directory/ https://naseeha.org https://khalilcenter.com/mental-health-service-landing-page/ Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Mariama's love of Arabic as a young adult led her to become a student of knowledge in Egypt. Along the way, she realizes that this journey was nothing like she expected it to be. This week we've partnered up with Salaams App: If you are searching for a Muslim partner who shares your values and core beliefs, or maybe you have recently moved to a new city and are in search of Muslimahs in your vicinity to connect with, then Salams is the app for you! With over 3.5 million Muslims signed up globally, Salams has made it all that easy to search, build and find a relationship based on the foundations of Islam, from friendship for the sake of Allah to all the way to finding the right partner for marriage. Give Salams a try by heading to salams.app.link/TDSPodcast and download it today This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Host: Cadar Mohamud Senior Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Producer In-Training: Nima Harun Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

The learning process that we all go through when embark on a new journey is hard and difficult. It also one that requires us to pause and reflect. Sometimes your dreams pass your capabilities at the moment, so you have to slow down and reassess. This week our producer Muna shares her thoughts with us in this unedited uncut producer producer taker over. This episode is sponsored by Salams, If you are searching for a Muslim partner who shares your values and core beliefs, or maybe you have recently moved to a new city and are in search of Muslimahs in your vicinity to connect with, then Salams is the app for you! With over 3.5 million Muslims signed up globally, Salams has made it all that easy to search, build and find a relationship based on the foundations of Islam, from friendship for the sake of Allah to all the way to finding the right partner for marriage. The app is free, easy and safe to use with options to text chat, use voice messages, personalized filters, view your profile stats, anti-ghost tool, and more all throughout the app. You can meet your sister or match in your area or across the world. Salams is confident that the right person for you could be just a few swipes away. Give Salams a try by heading to salams.app.link/TDSPodcast and download it today Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Trusting the wisdom of Allah is difficult when our hearts are clouded by arrogance. After searching for equality everywhere, Asma, a former public policy major, learns that true justice can only come from Al-Hakeem This week we've partnered up with Rabata: Ribaat is an online academic program that offers courses in Islamic Sciences, Arabic language, and Tajwid of the Holy Quran to women around the world. The program provides Muslim women with a solid foundation through a comprehensive curriculum covering the full range of traditional Islamic Sciences. The aim of the program is to graduate scholars and da'iyas prepared to educate others, as well as to provide independent classes for those not seeking certification. Registration opens August 15th Visit https://ribaat.rabata.org/ to register today Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Host: Cadar Mohamud Senior Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Intern: Nima Harun Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Tape-Syncer: Vish B Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In part two, Cadar, Yusra, Fatima, and Ismahaan continue the legendary conversation. They dive into topics such as stereotypes, marriage, twitter comments, and many more with hilarity, depth and eloquence. Buy your tickets for the Growth Conference, happening July 16-17 in Minnesota: https://growthconferencemn.com/growth-conference1621556280926 Join our Eid Celebration in New Jersey on July 23rd: https://almabyrahma.com/products/eid-celebration-with-tds Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Intern: Nima Harun Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In this week's episode, Cadar invites some of her favorite people in the world to have a long overdue conversation. Over the years, we've witnessed everyone and their mamas share their opinions on the Niqaab but now it's time to return the mic where it belongs. Buy your tickets for the Growth Conference, happening July 16-17 in Minnesota: https://growthconferencemn.com/growth-conference1621556280926 Join our Eid Celebration in New Jersey on July 23rd: https://almabyrahma.com/products/eid-celebration-with-tds Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Intern: Nima Harun Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In Part Two, Alex's grief snowballs into something much much different, and her troubles continue to mount. But in the midst of those darkest moments, she realizes that she was the light she needed all along. NOW LIVE STREAMING ON ALL PODCAST PLATFORMS! 🎉 ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds. #TDSHIVE #TDS2E8 #thedigitalsisiterhood

In this episode, we hear from Intisar, a sister who shares her personal story of faith and struggle and discusses the daily battles she encounters, trying to reconcile her emotions with her faith in Allah SWT. Her story highlights the ongoing effort to stay true to her beliefs despite inner conflicts and societal expectations. - Come join us on a retreat this May 19-25th to Marrakech, Morocco, or May 26 - June 1 in Granada, Spain on what promises to be the journey of a lifetime. This won't just be a trip; it's a life-changing experience waiting to unfold. Visit go.sistersgetaway.com/tds to sign up. We have limited seats available so book your trip today! - Host: Cadar Mohamud  Associate Producer: Khweya Bezeid Lead Producer: Hanna Adan  Writer: Lamisah Chowdury Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou  Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya Shan Cover Artist: Limma Ali  ✨RESOURCE LINKS FROM INTISAR ✨ 1) Brother Wahwed Jensen and his Beyond the Rainbow Podcast - for Muslims struggling and not actively practicing the lifestyle  https://awaybeyondtherainbow.buzzsprout.com 2) https://muslimmatters.org/author/mobeenwaheed/ 3) The Straight Struggle Discord group: https://disboard.org/server/686461916939288584 4) I hope Dr Hakim is available… his website is old and he himself is sharing too so I could make a few recommendations.  - Yaqeen institute link to that topic from a couple of years ago:  https://youtu.be/wb_aqp3yAho?si=7lu0roc2MspKTrot 5) Hikma Healing https://www.hakimarchuletta.com 6) Muslim Somatic Therapy https://www.forwardtohealth.com/about 7) Same sex attraction Muslims community group: https://disboard.org/server/686461916939288584 you can also email Intisar personally at, intisara604@gmail.com for any questions. thank you for listening with an open heart!

After losing her mother, Alex Fox, a software engineer and a tech founder, finds herself navigating a world in which her mind becomes her own worst enemy. If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

This week Cadar invites Hanan's Corner, an iconic digital artist and personal friend to share her journey through Love, Loss and Legacy. If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer/ Editor: Muna Scekomar Producer: Nima Harun Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah This week's cover designed by Hanan's Corner Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In part two, Nura and her siblings find themselves trying to fight their father's plan to take custody of their mother. In end, Nura learns that the ease that was promised was with her all along. This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer is Muna Scekomar Recording Engineer is Jonathan Lillo Podcast intern in Nima Harun Graphic Designer SIMA Aka Wasima Farah Our project manager is Yasmin Mohamud Our Marketing extraordinaire is Sawsan Abdulahi To Support The Digital Sisterhood Podcast: Visit https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood Did you know that every day, over 5700 children become orphans? That's nearly 2 million+ children in a year who have no family, no support and nobody to turn to. Which is why we have partnered up with Islamic Ummah Relief, a US based NGO, that is actively providing for the needs of orphans, widows and the needy, working on humanitarian projects in Ghana, Nigeria, Niger, Uganda and Togo. With your help and generosity these last 10 days of Ramadan we are able to house these orphans and provide a safe place for them to live in. Visit LaunchGood.com/TDS10 to make a donation towards building a home for orphans today. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

This week, we sit down with five amazing individuals from Nisa Homes, a not-for-profit charity that provides a safe haven and support services for women, who are fleeing domestic violence, poverty or seeking asylum. In this beautiful special, they share with us of the story of what it means to truly heal together. Special Thanks to Nisa Homes for this beautiful episode. To donate and support Nisa Homes: Visit https://nisahomes.com/ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer is Muna Scekomar Recording Engineer is Jonathan Lillo Podcast intern in Nima Harun Graphic Designer SIMA Aka Wasima Farah Our project manager is Yasmin Mohamud Our Marketing extraordinaire is Sawsan Abdulahi Did you know that every day, over 5700 children become orphans? That's nearly 2 million+ children in a year who have no family, no support and nobody to turn to. Which is why we have partnered up with Islamic Ummah Relief, a US based NGO, that is actively providing for the needs of orphans, widows and the needy, working on humanitarian projects in Ghana, Nigeria, Niger, Uganda and Togo. With your help and generosity these last 10 days of Ramadan we are able to house these orphans and provide a safe place for them to live in. Visit LaunchGood.com/TDS10 to make a donation towards building a home for orphans today. The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Helping Hand for Relief and Development to sponsor a Skills Development and Livelihood Center in Madogo, Kenya for women and youth living in poverty. Skills trainings empowers beneficiaries to take charge of their own lives with dignity and determination. Our goal is to sponsor 138 students, that is 138 women and youth who will learn employable skills and gain financial stability. Help us in making that happen by visiting www.hhrd.org/Sisterhood to learn more and donate. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

After her mother experiences a devastating stroke, Nura finds herself facing a mountain of hardship that leaves her questioning… Where’s the ease? For part two, help us reach our fundraising goals for our two Charity campaigns: First Campaign: The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Helping Hand for Relief and Development to sponsor a Skills Development and Livelihood Center in Madogo, Kenya for women and youth living in poverty. Skills trainings empowers beneficiaries to take charge of their own lives with dignity and determination. Our goal is to sponsor 138 students, that is 138 women and youth who will learn employable skills and gain financial stability. Help us in making that happen by visiting www.hhrd.org/Sisterhood to learn more and donate. Second Campaign: One of the ways you can give back to our podcast is by helping our fellow team member who is fundraising for a family member who has passed away, May Allah have mercy on their soul, reach her goal. The goal is £2,000. Please donate and don't let this opportunity for good deeds pass you. https://campaigns.givebrite.com/fundraiser?fundraiser=yasmin-9442 Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood ✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨ This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer: Muna Scekomar Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Podcast intern: Nima Harun Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Ustadah Maryam, a lover and student of the Quran, shares her journey in creating Qariah; An app that contains recitations of female Quran reciters from around the globe. Download Qariah. Now available on Apple and Google Play. The Quran Recitation is by Sheikha Mabrooka recorded in 1911 This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer: Muna Scekomar Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Podcast intern: Nima Harun Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Helping Hand for Relief and Development to sponsor a Skills Development and Livelihood Center in Madogo, Kenya for women and youth living in poverty. Skills trainings empowers beneficiaries to take charge of their own lives with dignity and determination. Our goal is to sponsor 138 students, that is 138 women and youth who will learn employable skills and gain financial stability. Help us in making that happen by visiting www.hhrd.org/Sisterhood to learn more and donate. One of the ways you can give back to our podcast is by helping our fellow team member who is fundraising for a family member who has passed away, May Allah have mercy on their soul, reach her goal. The goal is £2,000. Please donate and don't let this opportunity for good deeds pass you. https://campaigns.givebrite.com/fundraiser?fundraiser=yasmin-9442 Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Reda Khan is a French teacher who finds herself struggling when the paths of her career and her religion are torn apart. This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios Toronto Executive Producer: Muna Scekomar Recording Engineer: Jonathan Lillo Podcast intern: Nima Harun Graphic Designer: Wasima Farah Project manager: Yasmin Mohamud Marketing Manager: Sawsan Abdillahi The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Helping Hand for Relief and Development to sponsor a Skills Development and Livelihood Center in Madogo, Kenya for women and youth living in poverty. Skills trainings empowers beneficiaries to take charge of their own lives with dignity and determination. Our goal is to sponsor 138 students, that is 138 women and youth who will learn employable skills and gain financial stability. Help us in making that happen by visiting www.hhrd.org/Sisterhood to learn more and donate. One of the ways you can give back to our podcast is by helping our fellow team member who is fundraising for a family member who has passed away, May Allah have mercy on their soul, reach her goal. The goal is £2,000. Please donate and don't let this opportunity for good deeds pass you. https://campaigns.givebrite.com/fundraiser?fundraiser=yasmin-9442 Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Bismillah. As our legendary saying goes, we're back in your ear and in your speakers telling you a good story! We kick off this season with Cadar reflecting on her journey in uncovering what love truly really means. Enjoy! ✨ALSO, If you feel like this episode (or podcast) has added value to your life, please donate what you can. If you can’t, keeping us in your duaas is thanks enough! —CREDITS: Cover Digital Artist: @hananscorner Animation by: Wasima Farah (vvsima) Production: @Beautifulightstudios Editor/Producer: Muna Scekomar Assistant Producer: Nima Harun ✨Keep up with us✨ Instagram: @beautifulightstudios @thedigitalsisterhood Website: www.thedigitalsisterhood.com Twitter: @beautifulightstudios @thedigitalsis @thedigitalNFT Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In our last three-part series finale, Hanan and Lina finally make their debut appearances to share their side of the TDS story. Lastly, we could not wrap up the season without hearing from our beautiful TDS listeners about what the last season has meant to them too. Thank you so much for such a magical season. See ya, hopefully in your ears, in your speakers telling you a good story soon. ✨ INFO: If you're interested in sharing your story for season 2, shoot us an email at tdsisterhoodpodcast@gmail.com - we're very excited to hear from you 💕 Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

TW: mention of suicide or suicidal ideation. In this second part of the three-part wrap-up series, The Digital Sisterhood team continues to reminisce the spectacular year they had in creating, envisioning and bringing to life what we now know as TDS, the Biggest Global Sisterhood. —this episode gave all the feels ✨ Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Nothing prepares you for seeing your homeland being torn apart. Sudan, a country once brimming with life, vibrant with dreams and hopes for the future of the land and the future of the people, is currently being ravaged by war and a genocide that is being ignored by the international community. The women of Sudan have risen up to lead the fight for revolution and liberation. In this episode, we hear from two such women - they are on the ground in Sudan, in the midst of war, fighting for the truth, and for their homeland. - Our main sponsor for today is Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, this year we focus our efforts on our brothers and sisters in Palestine. Their team on the ground is working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief for Ramadan food boxes can reach them and alleviate some small semblance of their suffering. Our hope is to raise 25,000 USD to get them the basic necessities they desperately need.  Visit www.launchgood.com/tds4palestine and give us a hand in providing them hope this Ramadan - Host: Cadar Mohamud  Lead Producer: Hanna Adan  Writers: Fareeda Baruwa and Maaheen Khan-Bashir Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou  Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya Shan Cover Artist: Aya Mohamed - For more information on Sudan, and how to help the Sudanese people: https://eyesonsudan.net/   https://www.rescue.org/uk/article/fighting-sudan-what-you-need-know-about-crisis  Key accounts to follow on instagram: yousraelbagir, bsonblast, yassmin_a, sudan.updates

In this first part of the three part wrap up series, Cadar brings to the studio the team that has made The Digital Sisterhood what it is today. Cadar, Safia, Muna, and Wasima reflect on their individual journeys that brought them together and how this path towards creating a global sisterhood feels like an answered dua. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

TW: mention of suicide or suicidal ideation. In this episode, we invite Halima Aweis, popularly known as Jedi.limz on Tiktok. She shares with us her story of how the sudden awareness of her father’s illness has pushed her towards understanding that true rest only comes from Allah. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Content Warning: This episode contains content on stillbirth and IVF process. “To have and to hold from this day forward” In the second part of Leema’s story, she explores the realities and intricacies of married life and tells a story that offers a realistic view of love - one that challenges her towards self-love. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Love is beautiful, love is patient; love is kind. It’s also scary, messy and kinda awkward. In this episode we speak with Leema, as she chronicles her search for meaning and love and the lessons she learned along the way. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Cadar invites LA, Vubrey, Bella Big Deal & Ustadah Hilal back to the table one more time to play Vibe Check. Part One just wasn’t enough! & so the conversation continues… Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Probably TDS most anticipated episode, Cadar invites Bella Big Deal, LA, Vubrey & Ustadah Hilal to the table to play vibe check. The ladies laid all their cards on the table about the realities of courtship + marriage. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In this 2 hr special, Cadar invites four brothers, Nice, AB, Snipa, and Sudees, to play Vibe Check, a marriage and courtship card game for Muslims created by The Digital Sisterhood. Don't miss out and pre-order on Kickstarter. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In TDS' self-proclaimed month of love, we begin with the story of Asmaa Hussien, author of "A Temporary Gift" and "A Place Of Refuge". She reminds us that love is full of hope even on our darkest days. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

TW: Sexual Assault, Rape. Sr. Angelica Lindsey-Ali transports us back to the beginning of becoming The Village Auntie. Not only does she discusses the relationships that impacted her, but also two events that inspired her work as a Muslim sex health educator Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Asia Mohamed, Founder & CEO of Premier Starter, a Financial Growth Company that focuses on Personal/Business Credit, Financial Literacy Education, and Entrepreneur Mentorship, gives us a glimpse into her journey of becoming the woman she has always wanted to be. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

It is common knowledge that France has always made it very hard for muslim women to wear the hijab, and this season of Fighting for faith would be missing something if it didn’t have our French sisters. In this episode Loubna Reguig the national president of the EMF (Etudiants Musulmans de France - the French Muslim Students association) sheds light on the challenges faced by Muslim woman who choose to wear the hijab in France and how the French authorities leverage the different principles of the republic to justify their oppressive actions.  – Our first sponsor is LaunchGood, TDS has partnered up with LaunchGood, a platform that enables you to explore thousands of different Zakat-eligible projects, creating a personalized approach to your giving. It's like browsing through a catalog, allowing you to find causes that resonate with you and align with your values. Each Zakat campaign is individually verified by a Zakat expert following their Zakat policy. This ensures that your contributions go to projects that truly qualify for Zakat, giving you the confidence that your Zakat is making a meaningful impact. Let's make the last 10 days of Ramadan count by fulfilling our Zakat obligations and supporting projects that can bring positive change to those in need. Visit LaunchGood.com/Zakat –  We at TDS stand firm in our commitment to fight for our Ummah, this year to turn our hearts to those engaged in a daily struggle for survival—the resilient Palestinian people. which is why we have partnered up with Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA who have teams on the ground working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief. With us being in the last 10 days of Ramadan, let us collectively become a source of hope and solace for the Palestinian people. Head to www.launchgood.com/tds4palestine , donate, make duaa and Keep Fighting! – Host: Cadar Mohamud  Associate Producer: Khweya Bezeid Lead Producer: Hanna Adan  Writer: Khweya Bezeid Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Designer: Youssef Douazou  Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya Shan Cover Artist: Sajedah Andalsi

In part 2, Faysa describes her fight to maintain her connection with Allah as He tests her again. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

TW: Death, Suicide ideation Faysa, a Girlmom, shares her story of overcoming tragedy and understanding the true meaning of Divine Decree (Qadar). Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

TW: Sexual Assault Sabryna shares her journey to take back her power after a traumatic experience in her teens that left her filled with shame, guilt, and self-blame. Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In part two of this series, Cadar and Muna read emails sent by the sisterhood giving advice on practical ways we can change our habits to become better Muslims. Back to Basics Beginner starter pack Suggestions: Sahih International (Quran translation) Reclaim Your Heart by Yasmin Mogahed Youtube lectures by Sh. Omar Suleiman, and Mufti Menk Youtube channel: Aida Azlin Online schools: Al Huda (in Toronto), Jannah institute Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.