Asra is a former Wall Street Journal reporter. She is the author of "Standing Alone: An American Woman's Struggle for the Soul of Islam. She also wrote, "Tantrika: Traveling the Road of Divine Love." She teaches journalism at Georgetown University.
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Asra Q. Nomani
"Standing Alone: An American Woman's Struggle for the Soul of Islam" chronicles the struggle for women's rights and tolerance in mosques, as captured in "The Mosque in Morgantown."
The original Washington Post opinion piece, "Going Where I Know I Belong," argued mosques are "men's clubs." It can be read at "Writings."
www.asranomani.com
“An engrossing overview of Islam’s internal debates...” – The Washington Post“Through memorable personal narrative, Nomani gently instructs readers about Islam and her role as a woman in it.” – Publishers ...
Asra Q. Nomani PBS is airing a new documentary, THE MOSQUE IN MORGANTOWN. Please post on the documentary's website your thoughts regarding the important issue of making space for women and tolerance in mosques.
www.themosqueinmorgantown.com
Some PBS stations extended their pledge periods at the last minute and preempted the film. If it didn't air as scheduled in your area, contact your local PBS station and let them know you want to see it!
Asra Q. Nomani
"This House believes Muslim women should be free to marry anyone they choose." The Doha Debates 2009. The motion won: 62% vs. 38%.
Watch at www.dohadebates.com.
Please add your thoughts to the fierce online debate. Google "Doha Debates" and "Muslim women" to find online conversations. Warning: It can get ugly. Nobody l...ikes to lose. Help elevate the conversation.
