Muslim single women in council

Offers a wode range of information on women's issues. Volume 36 No. While scholars and Muslim leaders have often referred to the marriage crisis as involving the growing divorce rate in the Muslim community, and marriage counselors and imams have focused on initiatives to help keep marriages together, Dean notes that far less research has been done on the growing number of Muslim singles.

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Based on recent statistics by the ONSthe average age for marriage amongst heterosexual couples in the UK, is She is practising self-love and compassion and refuses to conform to the idea that being unmarried means she is broken. As a result of this, we’re seeing the rise of single Muslim women in their late 20s, 30s, and 40s.

Women are being left out, with barely any men to consider for marriage. Why do they hate us? Marriage is a highly recommended sunnah in Islam and we all have an innate desire to find our soulmate for companionship in this life, but if there is an imbalance in how commitment to marriage is prioritised, then this will inevitably influence the way we view single Muslim women and men.

Data from the census for England and Wales shows nearly four in 10 adults have never been married or been in a civil partnership, up from three in 10 at the start of the century. They are very professional, great marriage material, and very mature and capable of handling marriage responsibilities.

This solution works, but mainly for men. Seven Muslim women, from their 20s to 50s, share their journey of single life: “Being single has allowed me to cultivate a deep connection with myself, fostering personal growth and self-discovery.” – Shabnam*, early 20s Shabnam is passionate about literature, writing, theatre and solo adventures.

Women in Islam and Muslim Realms: Women's Organizations Research resources for the study of women in Islam; Islam and its ideology dealing with women, Muslim feminism, dress code, family and marriage, women and gender in Islam, etc.

We often ask ourselves this due to the pressure placed on us by others. Recommended Reading Women Living under Muslim Law an international solidarity network that provides information, support and a collective space for women whose lives are shaped, conditioned or governed by laws and customs said to derive from Islam.

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For Muslim women, however, the decision carries an added weight. Marriage is not only a cultural expectation, but often framed as a religious duty, making the choice to remain single particularly radical. The house that I grew up in was a very patriarchal household, and not quite Islamic at all.

I am expected to make my life choices always keeping in mind that marriage is the most important. Only my girls and I were living it, so no one has the right to judge except Allah. The answer to this question usually ranges between families, depending on your location.

Neelam Tailor. Whichever it may be, it is evident that despite being in different situations, Muslim women who are navigating the journey of singledom share similar struggles of discomfort and judgement as well as experiencing feelings of both liberation and gratitude.

Yet, despite the emphasis on marriage in Islam, these women remain deeply connected to their faith. Yusra enjoys long drives to different destinations during which she reflects on moments of joy and success or trials and tribulations — her car is her companion.

Sisters in Islam Promoting an understanding of Islam that recognises the principles of justice, equality, freedom, and dignity within a democratic nation state. Regardless of such poor attitudes, she does not allow herself to be hardened and enjoys her independence.

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Still, the future feels like liberation. The two factors that influence my single life are my faith and my gorgeous girls. Shabnam enjoys pottery painting to help her unwind and simply for fun and nothing else. Links to many other interesting articles.