We Rise with Aaliyah

Do we need Islamic scholars?

Aaliyah — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 12:42:53 GMT

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The episode explores the rejection of traditional authority in Muslim feminist communities and the role of contemporary Islamic scholarship. It emphasizes the empowerment through education and the impact of feminist scholarship on Muslim women's rights. The episode also highlights the plurality of Islamic feminist scholarship and acknowledges the contribution of feminist scholars from various backgrounds.

Takeaways

Rejection of traditional authority in Muslim feminist communities
Empowerment through education and feminist scholarship

Chapters

00:00 The Age of the Guru and the Rejection of Traditional Authority
03:25 The Role of Contemporary Islamic Scholarship
07:20 Empowerment Through Education and Feminist Scholarship
22:18 The Plurality of Islamic Feminist Scholarship
26:27 Acknowledging the Contribution of Feminist Scholars

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The Shame We Carry: The Heavy Burden of Being a 'Feminine' Muslim Woman

Aaliyah — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:21:08 GMT

In this episode of We Rise with Aaliyah, we dive deep into the heavy topic of shame and its impact on Muslim women. Join Dr. Alia Khan as she explores how shame affects our lives and how we can reclaim our power and femininity.

Read full blog on Substack: https://draaliyahkhan.substack.com/

Key takeaways:

Understanding the emotional weight of shame and its low frequency.
The societal pressures that lead to shame in womanhood.
How to acknowledge and heal from shameful experiences.
The importance of sharing our stories to empower each other.

00:00 Introduction
00:30 What it means to be a strong Muslim woman
01:25 The impact of shame on our lives
02:39 The difference between shame and guilt
03:06 Reading from the blog post on shame
04:54 Sharing experiences and healing together
06:21 Reflections on personal experiences with shame

What's your biggest challenge with shame? Drop it in the comments!

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ABOUT ME: I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, a Muslim feminist scholar-activist, spiritual seeker, and women’s empowerment coach, and I help women shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into their fullest potential - as God intended!

IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...✨🌙

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🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood online membership for Muslim women untangling the patriarchy from Islam: www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood

💫 Want a deeper transformation? Get private coaching support from me www.we-rise.co.uk/coaching

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ABOUT THE PODCAST

Welcome to WeRise with Aaliyah - in this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, spirituality, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, holistic health & wellbeing, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back.

This is a new podcast so please subscribe, comment, like and most importantly SHARE with a woman who needs this in her life!

#Shame #MuslimWomen #Empowerment

Muslim Women's Activism in the UK: Past, Present & Future Challenges with Baroness Shaista Gohir OBE

Aaliyah — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:29:04 GMT

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Aaliyah Khan speaks with Baroness Shaista Gohir, CEO of Muslim Women’s Network UK and member of the House of Lords, about the urgent issues facing Muslim women today — from online misogyny and the manosphere to Islamophobia, domestic abuse, spiritual abuse, burnout and the need for stronger advocacy. Together, they explore why Muslim women’s voices matter now more than ever, and what it means to keep speaking truth to power with courage, faith and hope.

The Haram Police: Hypocrisy, Hate, and Holier-than-Thou Islam with Liz Yapping

Aaliyah — Fri, 22 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Liz McGee @lizyapping from TikTok joins me for a bold and honest conversation about the Haram Police: the hypocrisy, hate and harm of policing Muslim women online - and in real life! We talk misogyny, anti-Blackness, spiritual bullying, and why speaking back is not “making Islam look bad” - it is refusing to let patriarchy speak for God, and it is refusing to let extreme views be the only ones who get to represent Islam.

Chapters

00:00 Challenging the Patriarchy
13:08 Impact on Personal Experience
38:28 Community Dynamics and Displaced Aggression
43:48 Women's Role in Upholding the Image of Islam
01:18:05 Educating Women About Their Rights in Islam
01:23:29 Navigating Patriarchal Narratives
01:29:36 Role of Islamic Feminism
01:43:22 Access to Knowledge and Critical Thinking

IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...✨🌙

🗝Get the FREE 5 Keys to Unlock Your Power: The FemPower Method (Educate - Express - Evolve - Embody - Elevate ➡️ EMPOWER) ! https://www.we-rise.co.uk/5-keys-download

📖DOWNLOAD your FREE Beginner’s Guide to Islamic Feminism www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide

🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood online membership for Muslim women untangling the patriarchy from Islam: www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood

💫 Want a deeper transformation? Get private coaching support from me www.we-rise.co.uk/coaching

And let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with events and offerings 💗

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khan

Substack: https://substack.com/@draaliyahkhan

ABOUT THE PODCAST

This is a new podcast so please subscribe, comment, like and most importantly SHARE with a woman who needs this in her life!

Were the Prophet's Wives REALLY Our Role Models?

Aaliyah — Sun, 10 May 2026 09:01:25 GMT

Are the wives of the Prophet really the role models we should be emulating? Or is the narrative we've been told about the "ideal Muslimah" actually rooted in fear, control, and conformity? In this eye-opening episode, I question the conventional stories that have conditioned generations of women — revealing the powerful truth that even Allah gave the Prophet’s wives a choice, dignity, and agency during their hardest moments.

ABOUT THE PODCAST

I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, a Muslim feminist scholar-activist, spiritual seeker, and women’s empowerment coach, and I help women shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into their fullest potential - as God intended!

If you are new here, please subscribe, comment, like and most importantly SHARE with a woman who needs this in her life!

IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...✨🌙

🗝Get the FREE 5 Keys to Unlock Your Power: The FemPower Method (Educate - Express - Evolve - Embody - Elevate ➡️ EMPOWER) ! https://www.we-rise.co.uk/5-keys-download

📖DOWNLOAD your FREE Beginner’s Guide to Islamic Feminism www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide

🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood online membership for Muslim women untangling the patriarchy from Islam: www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood

💫 Want a deeper transformation? Get private coaching support from me www.we-rise.co.uk/coaching

And let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with events and offerings 💗

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khan

Substack: https://substack.com/@draaliyahkhan

Why save your marriage...if it destroys YOU?!

Aaliyah — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Our community is obsessed with 'saving the marriage' at the expense of the human beings living it - especially the woman. If it's not helping you thrive, your marriage isn't doing what it's supposed to.

If you are new here, please subscribe, comment, like and most importantly SHARE with a woman who needs this in her life!

IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...✨🌙

🗝Get the FREE 5 Keys to Unlock Your Power: The FemPower Method (Educate - Express - Evolve - Embody - Elevate ➡️ EMPOWER) ! https://www.we-rise.co.uk/5-keys-download

📖DOWNLOAD your FREE Beginner’s Guide to Islamic Feminism www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide

🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood online membership for Muslim women untangling the patriarchy from Islam: www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood

💫 Want a deeper transformation? Get private coaching support from me www.we-rise.co.uk/coaching

And let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with events and offerings 💗

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khan

Substack: https://substack.com/@draaliyahkhan

'Is Hijab REALLY a requirement in Islam?' with Dr. Sitara Akram

Aaliyah — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:07:49 GMT

In this conversation with Dr. Sitara Akram, we candidly discuss the controversy and complexity of hijab, and question its status as fard (mandatory) in Islam.

We also discuss terms like 'tabarruj, 'zeenah' and 'feminism', and address the Qur'anic perspective on modesty and behaviour, while taking into account the societal and historical context of revelation.

Register for the Hijab Masterclass + Q&A with Sitara on 9th April 2026 HERE! (or access to replay if you can't make it live) https://www.we-rise.co.uk/event/educate-hijab-masterclass-q-a-with-dr-sitara-akram/5818

Chapters

00:00 The Relationship with the Term 'Feminist' and Islamic Feminism
43:58 Tabarruj and Its Misuse
53:06 Flaunting and Attracting Attention
01:03:39 The Quranic Rationale for Modesty
01:13:27 Islamic Feminist Masterclass and The Rising Sisterhood

Dr. Sitara's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SitaraAkram

Videos on Hijab mentioned in episode:

PART 1 https://youtu.be/jqn7QUbK4Pg?si=l6GvOmzSXltzcHiJ
AL-AZHAB VERSES ON JILBAB https://youtu.be/ryX7qDoxw6E?si=j0yPfuKvGRD097vC
AL-NOOR VERSES ON HIJAB & VEILING https://youtu.be/cKnRWEMZGdk?si=P-q7KilyoN4aX2zt
HIJAB IN HADITH & FIQH https://youtu.be/rByedqbLlwc?si=tnmjzmARcYJ54BlN

ABOUT THE PODCAST

✨🌙 IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...

🗝 Get the 5 Keys to Unlock Your Power: The FemPower Method (Educate - Express - Evolve - Embody - Elevate ➡️ EMPOWER) ! https://www.we-rise.co.uk/5-keys-download

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🦋 Want a deeper transformation? Get one-to-one coaching support from me www.we-rise.co.uk/coaching

And let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with events and offerings 💗

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True Love - and Loss - in Marriage

Aaliyah — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:16:39 GMT

In this heartfelt conversation, Mahmooda shares her profound journey of love, loss, and resilience after becoming a widow at a young age. She reflects on the deep bond she shared with her husband, the challenges of navigating life as a single mother, and the enduring nature of love that continues to guide her.

🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide

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🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective

💫Want to go deeper? Get one-to-one coaching support www.we-rise.co.uk/coaching

And let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗

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How to Speak Your Truth, with Kausar Mukhtar

Aaliyah — Wed, 14 May 2025 21:53:20 GMT

In this conversation, I talk to bestie Kausar Mukhtar to explore the themes of empowerment, expression, and the journey of self-discovery for Muslim women. We discuss the importance of creating a safe space for women to express their feelings and experiences, particularly in relation to patriarchal narratives. Kausar shares her insights on the role of storytelling in understanding oneself and the world, and reflects on the significance of personal relationships with God. This conversation only emphasises the need for deeper discussions about women's experiences and challenges within our communities - unapologetically!Key Takeaways (according to AI!):

Rising Sisterhood aims to empower Muslim women through expression.
Women often feel silenced by patriarchal narratives.
The journey of self-discovery is crucial for personal growth.
Expression changes with age and life experiences.
Storytelling is essential for understanding ourselves and others.
Women need safe spaces to share their feelings without judgment.
The relationship with God evolves over time and life stages.
Empowerment involves challenging societal expectations and norms.
Personal relationships with God are vital for spiritual fulfillment.
Women should embrace their beauty and creativity as part of their identity.

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Rising Sisterhood04:26 What Makes Us Rise?11:07 The Journey of Expression18:02 The Role of Storytelling in Understanding24:44 The Importance of Female Expression30:32 Understanding Faith and Personal Growth

Empowering Women Through Womb Health + Self-Care with Hannah Walton

Aaliyah — Tue, 27 May 2025 13:01:03 GMT

In this powerful and nourishing conversation, I sit down with Hannah to talk all things women’s health, with a deep focus on womb healing and the impact of societal conditioning on how we care for ourselves - or don’t. Hannah opens up about her journey as a womb healer, a Muslim revert, and why reconnecting with the womb is such a vital part of our overall wellbeing.We speak about the ways women are taught to neglect themselves in the name of duty, and how that impacts our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. We dive into the importance of collective care (versus self-care), the beauty of women’s circles, and the gentle power of Mizan therapy. This conversation is an invitation to return to your body, your rhythm, and your sacred feminine centre — with the support of the Sisterhood.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Conversation01:45 Hannah's Work and Impact on Women's Health06:02 The Importance of Womb Health and Connection09:47 Self-Care Challenges for Women13:56 Collective Care vs. Individualism in Wellbeing17:55 The Power of Women's Circles and Community22:02 Mizan Therapy and Its Benefits

ABOUT THE PODCASTWelcome to WeRise with Aaliyah — the podcast that’s here to disrupt the gender status quo and AWAKEN your inner power as a Muslim woman. I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, your host, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, community activist and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!In this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back. AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood at www.we-rise.co.uk/rising-sisterhood-membership (Founding Member intro offer still available for one more week till 1st June 2025)🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguideAnd let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/

And follow my channel for more inspiring and educational content https://www.youtube.com/@werisewithaaliyah

The Silent Struggles of South Asian Daughter-in-Laws, with Nadia the Spiritual Psychologist

Aaliyah — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 21:55:33 GMT

In this episode, I talk with Nadia the Spiritual Psychologist, about the often-hidden struggles of being a daughter-in-law in South Asian families. We unpack the pressure of in-law dynamics, the weight of family expectations on women, and what it feels like to never fully belong in your own home. Nadia shares how blending spirituality and psychology can help women set boundaries, heal family patterns, and reclaim their joy.

Follow Nadia on Instagram: @spiritual.psychologist

Join her online Community for Daughter-in-laws: https://spiritualpsychologist.co.uk/we-married-the-family

You can also catch her podcast, ‘We Married the Family’ on her Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spiritual.psychologist

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Welcome to WeRise with Aaliyah - in this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back.

I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!

AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...

🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood online membership dedicated to the education and empowerment of Muslim women: www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood (Founding Member intro offer still available!)

🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective

🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide

💫Want to go deeper? Get one-to-one coaching support www.we-rise.co.uk/coaching

And let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, share my writings, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khan

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/

The Top 5 Myths about Feminism and Islam

Aaliyah — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:03:49 GMT

I’ve been wanting to do this episode for ages and I’ve finally gotten around to it!! I actually had 10 myths about feminism that I wanted to debunk, but I only got through 5…so looks like there will be a Part 2 at some point!

This podcast episode covers Five Top Myths about Feminism (especially for Muslim women):

1. Feminism is contrary to Islamic principles

2. Feminism is a Western invention and colonial imposition

3. There is only one type of feminism: white liberal feminism

4. Muslim women don’t need feminism because Islam gives women all their rights

5. Feminism means women wanting to dominate men

Happy listening, and please do like, share, and subscribe. It really helps get the message of empowerment out there to as many Muslim women as possible. You never know who you are helping!

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ABOUT THE PODCAST

Welcome to WeRise with Aaliyah — the podcast that’s here to disrupt the gender status quo and AWAKEN your inner power as a Muslim woman. I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, your host, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, community activist and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!

In this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back.

AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...

🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood at www.we-rise.co.uk/risingsisterhood (Founding Member intro offer still available!)

🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective

🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguide

And let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khan

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/

Faith, Feminism and Fighting the Patriarchy with Dr. Shehnaz Haqqani

Aaliyah — Tue, 27 May 2025 12:54:17 GMT

In this episode of WeRise with Aaliyah, I’m joined by Dr. Shehnaz Haqqani — professor of religion and Islamic feminist scholar — for a no-holds-barred conversation on faith, feminism, and fighting the patriarchy within Islamic spaces.We unpack:- How patriarchal interpretations of Islam have silenced women- Why so many Muslim women feel betrayed by their faith education- The role of intuition in Islamic spirituality- The concept of jihad as a personal journey to truth- How to reclaim your voice, your faith, and your power as a Muslim womanThis episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever asked: “Is this really what God wants for me?”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Islamic Feminism and Empowerment02:22 The Role of Knowledge in Discontent04:43 Experiential Authority and Feminist Scholarship07:12 Personal Journey to Islamic Feminism10:02 Redefining Piety and Personal Identity12:55 The Spectrum of Islam and Inclusivity22:39 Engaging with Diverse Perspectives25:02 The Role of Social Media in Challenging Norms26:55 Exploring the Concept of Patriarchy28:54 Navigating Women's Rights in Islam31:25 Finding Safe Spaces for Discussion33:50 Trusting Intuition in Spiritual Journeys37:16 The Meaning of Jihad in Modern Contexts39:45 The Intersection of Intuition and KnowledgeABOUT THE PODCASTWelcome to WeRise with Aaliyah — the podcast that’s here to disrupt the gender status quo and AWAKEN your inner power as a Muslim woman. I’m Dr. Aaliyah Khan, your host, a spiritual seeker, feminist scholar, empowerment coach, community activist and all-round woman on a mission to help you shed patriarchal conditioning and rise into your fullest potential - as God intended!In this podcast we have deep, unapologetic conversations about the things that are important to Muslim women today - women's rights in Islam, holistic health & wellbeing, spirituality, community issues, cultural tabboos, sisterhood, and reclaiming your power from the patriarchal narratives that have been holding you back.

AND IF YOU ARE A MUSLIM WOMAN WHO WANTS MORE...🌹Join the Rising Sisterhood at www.we-rise.co.uk/rising-sisterhood-membership (Founding Member intro offer still available for one more week till 1st June 2025)🌙Join the FREE Muslim Women's Empowerment Collective (Facebook Group) at www.facebook.com/groups/werisecollective🗝Get my FREE Beginner's Guide to Islamic Feminism here www.we-rise.co.uk/resourceguideAnd let's be friends on socials! I update my stories, do lives, and keep you up to date with free offerings 💗TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..aaliyah.khanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/werise_with_aaliyah/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaliyah.khan.7587/

And follow my channel on YouTube for more videos and educational content: https://www.youtube.com/@werisewithaaliyah