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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Muslim Voices
Subject
The topic of the resource
Subject line
Description
An account of the resource
Muslim Voices is a community-based oral history project that records stories of the multifaceted lives of Muslims in Texas.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Yasmeen Tizani, an architect and artist in Austin, TX. Tizani talks about growing up Muslim in Texas and shares the differences between her experiences of Islamic private school and Texas public school. She describes her experiences wearing hijab, including educating White peers and navigating her own feelings. She talks about her education and interests in architecture. Tizani also talks about her art and describes some of her paintings.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Yasmeen Tizani
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Rimsha Syed
Date
The date the interview was conducted
May 10, 2022
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Austin
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Central
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Generation Z
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Title
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Yasmeen Tizani
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Yasmeen Tizani, an architect and artist in Austin, TX. Tizani talks about growing up Muslim in Texas and shares the differences between her experiences of Islamic private school and Texas public school. She describes her experiences wearing hijab, including educating White peers and navigating her own feelings. She talks about her education and interests in architecture. Tizani also talks about her art and describes some of her paintings.
9/11
Arabic
Architects
Arts
Austin Peace Academy
California
Education
Family dynamics
Hijab
Hijabis
Immigrant parents
Islam
Islamic schools
Islamophobia
Lebanese-Americans
Moving
Muslims
Prejudice
Racism
Stereotypes
Syrian-Americans
Texas Tech University
TX - Austin
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Muslim Voices
Subject
The topic of the resource
Subject line
Description
An account of the resource
Muslim Voices is a community-based oral history project that records stories of the multifaceted lives of Muslims in Texas.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Shadia Igram, founder and executive director of Muslim Space in Austin, TX. Shadia speaks about how her experience growing up in a close and vibrant American Muslim community inspired her to create Muslim Space. She talks about her desire to build such a welcoming community in Austin and to improve continuously on its diversity and inclusivity. Shadia also discusses her goal of dispelling the notion of American Muslims as others and outsiders within broader American culture.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Shadia Igram
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Tiffany Puett
Date
The date the interview was conducted
October 23, 2018
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Austin
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Central
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Generation X
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Shadia Igram
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Shadia Igram, founder and executive director of Muslim Space in Austin, TX. Shadia speaks about how her experience growing up in a close and vibrant American Muslim community inspired her to create Muslim Space. She talks about her desire to build such a welcoming community in Austin and to improve continuously on its diversity and inclusivity. Shadia also discusses her goal of dispelling the notion of American Muslims as others and outsiders within broader American culture.
9/11
Activism
Belonging
Community
Diversity and inclusion
Gender
Interfaith
Iowa
Islam
Muslim Space
Muslims
Organizers
Progressives
Qur'an
Ramadan
Social justice
Stereotypes
TX - Austin
Washington D.C.
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Title
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<h4>Corona Chronicles</h4>
Description
An account of the resource
The Corona Chronicles collection explores and preserves the stories of religious leaders across Texas as they have maintained their communities and navigated the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Shadia Igram, founding member and executive director of Muslim Space in Austin, TX. Shadia speaks about the challenges and blessings of leadership and community engagement during the pandemic. She relates the unique opportunities that online worship has raised for Muslim Space to connect with people around the world and push the boundaries of Muslim women’s religious leadership.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Shadia Igram
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Mary Wilson
Date
The date the interview was conducted
March 15, 2021
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Austin
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Central
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Generation X
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Shadia Igram
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Shadia Igram, founding member and executive director of Muslim Space in Austin, TX. Shadia speaks about the challenges and blessings of leadership and community engagement during the pandemic. She relates the unique opportunities that online worship has raised for Muslim Space to connect with people around the world and push the boundaries of Muslim women’s religious leadership.
Community
COVID-19
Family dynamics
Gender
Islam
Muslim Space
Muslims
Ramadan
Religious leadership
TX - Austin
Virtual services
Youth engagement
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
September 11, 20 Years Later
Description
An account of the resource
For many adults, September 11, 2001 is a date of profound significance, seared in American hearts and minds. Yet, twenty years later, young people of today have no memory of what transpired. And their lives have unfolded in an America deeply impacted and transformed by this event. This collection records the memories and experiences of Texans in response to the attacks of September 11, 2001 and the subsequent events of the past twenty years.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Sarah Aburumuh, a high school teacher in San Antonio, TX. Sarah describes growing up in her large Muslim family, memories of 9/11, and her decision to put on the hijab in middle school. She talks about her experiences as a teacher, especially with regards to race, religion, and teaching diversity. Sarah shares about being seen as a representative of Islam because of her hijab as well as her approaches to prejudice. She also talks about her inspirations and influences.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Sarah Aburumuh
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Moureen Kaki
Date
The date the interview was conducted
March 14, 2023
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
San Antonio
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
South
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Millennial
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sarah Aburumuh
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Sarah Aburumuh, a high school teacher in San Antonio, TX. Sarah describes growing up in her large Muslim family, memories of 9/11, and her decision to put on the hijab in middle school. She talks about her experiences as a teacher, especially with regards to race, religion, and teaching diversity. Sarah shares about being seen as a representative of Islam because of her hijab as well as her approaches to prejudice. She also talks about her inspirations and influences.
9/11
Arabic
Education
Educators
Family dynamics
Hijab
Hijabis
Islam
Islamophobia
Language
Muslims
Palestine
Palestinian-Americans
Race
Racism
The University of Texas at San Antonio
TX - Helotes
TX - San Antonio
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Muslim Voices
Subject
The topic of the resource
Subject line
Description
An account of the resource
Muslim Voices is a community-based oral history project that records stories of the multifaceted lives of Muslims in Texas.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Samira Abed, a Palestinian-American businesswoman living in Florida. Samira describes her youth in Brazil, her time in Palestine, and her immigration to the US after her marriage. She talks about raising her family in Texas and becoming a businesswoman. Samira shares about a car accident that left one of her sons permanently disabled and talks about how this affected her family. She also discusses her family’s experiences of Islamophobia after 9/11 and her relationship with Islam today.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Samira Abed
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Moureen Kaki
Date
The date the interview was conducted
May 18, 2023
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
Sunni
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Florida
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Out of state
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Generation X
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Samira Abed
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Samira Abed, a Palestinian-American businesswoman living in Florida. Samira describes her youth in Brazil, her time in Palestine, and her immigration to the US after her marriage. She talks about raising her family in Texas and becoming a businesswoman. Samira shares about a car accident that left one of her sons permanently disabled and talks about how this affected her family. She also discusses her family’s experiences of Islamophobia after 9/11 and her relationship with Islam today.
9/11
Brazil
Business owners
Culture
Culture shock
Disabilities
Family dynamics
Florida
Gender
Global politics
Health
Immigrants
Immigration
Islam
Islamophobia
Israel
Muslims
New Jersey
Palestine
Palestinian-Americans
Puerto Rico
Sexism
TX - San Antonio
TX - Seguin
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Title
A name given to the resource
Muslim Voices
Subject
The topic of the resource
Subject line
Description
An account of the resource
Muslim Voices is a community-based oral history project that records stories of the multifaceted lives of Muslims in Texas.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Saleem Shabazz, a retired postal worker and Air Force veteran living in Longview, TX. Saleem tells about his childhood, describing his family dynamics, the places he lived, and being Baptist in his youth. He talks about travel and work in the Air Force and being exposed to different cultures and beliefs. Saleem discusses converting to Islam and his experience of the hajj. He also talks about his engagement with his Muslim communities over the years, including being and imam for a time, and his observations on social and political change in the US.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Saleem Shabazz
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Elizabeth Melton
Date
The date the interview was conducted
December 22, 2021
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Longview
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
East
Location
The location of the interview
Longview Public Library
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Silent Generation
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Title
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Saleem Shabazz
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Saleem Shabazz, a retired postal worker and Air Force veteran living in Longview, TX. Saleem tells about his childhood, describing his family dynamics, the places he lived, and being Baptist in his youth. He talks about travel and work in the Air Force and being exposed to different cultures and beliefs. Saleem discusses converting to Islam and his experience of the hajj. He also talks about his engagement with his Muslim communities over the years, including being and imam for a time, and his observations on social and political change in the US.
Baptists
Black Americans
Black Lives Matter
California
Conversion
Converts
Culture shock
Family dynamics
Gender
Hajj
Hajjis
Imams
Islam
Islamophobia
Mental health
Moving
Muslims
Nation of Islam
Police violence
Prejudice
Race
Religious leadership
Segregation
Travel
Turkey
TX - Longview
US Military
Veterans
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Title
A name given to the resource
Voices of Change
Description
An account of the resource
Activists and organizers all across Texas engage in meaningful work that is often not given enough recognition. The Voices of Change oral history project seeks to have conversations with community leaders and people who are part of grassroots movements about their background, goals, and commitment to making a difference. This collection aims to create a more inclusive Texas by amplifying underrepresented voices and giving space for marginalized communities to tell their stories on their own terms.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Saamiya Seraj, a Bangladeshi-American immigrant and entrepreneur in Austin, TX. Saamiya shares memories of Bangladesh and her family, then talks about her decision to come to the US for college and graduate school. She talks about her education and work as an engineer, both in the US and in Bangladesh. Saamiya describes the founding of A Better Force, a professional development company that focuses on empowering women and people of color. Saamiya also shares her experiences with cancer, including medical sexism and racism.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Saamiya Seraj
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Moureen Kaki
Date
The date the interview was conducted
April 18, 2023
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Austin
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Central
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Millennial
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Saamiya Seraj
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Saamiya Seraj, a Bangladeshi-American immigrant and entrepreneur in Austin, TX. Saamiya shares memories of Bangladesh and her family, then talks about her decision to come to the US for college and graduate school. She talks about her education and work as an engineer, both in the US and in Bangladesh. Saamiya describes the founding of A Better Force, a professional development company that focuses on empowering women and people of color. Saamiya also shares her experiences with cancer, including medical sexism and racism.
9/11
A Better Force
Bangla
Bangladesh
Bangladesh - Dhaka
Bangladeshi-Americans
COVID-19
Culture
Culture shock
Diversity and inclusion
Education
Engineers
Family dynamics
Gender
Health
Healthcare
Immigrants
Immigration
Islam
Islamophobia
Language
Mental health
Muslims
Race
Racism
Sexism
The University of Texas at Austin
TX - Austin
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Title
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Muslim Voices
Subject
The topic of the resource
Subject line
Description
An account of the resource
Muslim Voices is a community-based oral history project that records stories of the multifaceted lives of Muslims in Texas.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Roshnara Mustafa, an Indian Muslim who lives in Austin, Texas. Roshnara shares her story of growing up in Kerala, India and her exposure to different sects of Islam, including Sufism. Roshnara discusses her own path in strengthening her faith and religious identity and advocates for accepting pluralism within Islam.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Roshnara Mustafa
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Shadia Igram
Date
The date the interview was conducted
April 25, 2019
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Austin
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
South
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
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Roshnara Mustafa
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Roshnara Mustafa, an Indian Muslim who lives in Austin, Texas. Roshnara shares her story of growing up in Kerala, India and her exposure to different sects of Islam, including Sufism. Roshnara discusses her own path in strengthening her faith and religious identity and advocates for accepting pluralism within Islam.
Desis
Diversity and inclusion
Immigrants
Immigration
India
India - Kerala
Indian-Americans
Islam
Muslims
Pluralism
Sufisim
Texas
TX - Austin
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Title
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September 11, 20 Years Later
Description
An account of the resource
For many adults, September 11, 2001 is a date of profound significance, seared in American hearts and minds. Yet, twenty years later, young people of today have no memory of what transpired. And their lives have unfolded in an America deeply impacted and transformed by this event. This collection records the memories and experiences of Texans in response to the attacks of September 11, 2001 and the subsequent events of the past twenty years.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Ramon Mejia, a veteran of the Marine Corps and anti-war organizer in Waxahachie, TX. Ramon describes his childhood in Oak Cliff, Dallas, leading up to his decision to join the Marines. He shares about his experience in the military, his deployment in Kuwait and Iraq, and being discharged for his health. He talks about his curiosity about Islam after deployment and his decision to convert. Ramon goes on to describe his work as an educator and organizer. He talks about how his intersecting identities influence the work he does, particularly in the post-9/11 United States.
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Ramon Mejia
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Moureen Kaki
Date
The date the interview was conducted
October 25, 2022
November 2, 2022
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Dallas
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
North
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
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Ramon Mejia
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Ramon Mejia, a veteran of the Marine Corps and anti-war organizer in Waxahachie, TX. Ramon describes his childhood in Oak Cliff, Dallas, leading up to his decision to join the Marines. He shares about his experience in the military, his deployment in Kuwait and Iraq, and being discharged for his health. He talks about his curiosity about Islam after deployment and his decision to convert. Ramon goes on to describe his work as an educator and organizer. He talks about how his intersecting identities influence the work he does, particularly in the post-9/11 United States.
9/11
About Face: Veterans Against The War
Community
Conversion
Converts
Disabilities
Education
Educators
Global politics
Grassroots Global Justice Alliance
Health
Iraq
Islam
Islamic Society of Greater Dayton
Islamophobia
Kuwait
Mental health
Mexican-Americans
Muslims
Organizers
Palestine
Palestinian solidarity
Politics
Race
Racism
The University of Texas at Austin
TX - Dallas
TX - Oak Cliff
TX - Waxahachie
US Military
US politics
Veterans
War
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Dublin Core
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Title
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September 11, 20 Years Later
Description
An account of the resource
For many adults, September 11, 2001 is a date of profound significance, seared in American hearts and minds. Yet, twenty years later, young people of today have no memory of what transpired. And their lives have unfolded in an America deeply impacted and transformed by this event. This collection records the memories and experiences of Texans in response to the attacks of September 11, 2001 and the subsequent events of the past twenty years.
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Summary
This interview is with Rais Bhuiyan, the founder of World Without Hate, who currently lives in Seattle, WA. Rais describes his youth in Bangladesh and his first career in the Bangladeshi military before coming to the US for school. He describes his experience of 9/11, after which he was the victim of Islamophobic gun violence, and then experienced food insecurity and medical debt due to his lack of medical insurance. He shares about his decision to try to save his attacker from death row with the help of Amnesty International and fellow humanitarians. Rais also talks about World Without Hate and its current projects.
Content Warning: The following interview contains sensitive material. Please note that the interview includes description of graphic violence and hate crimes. These subjects will be discussed at 21:17 - 26:27 (in the transcript p. 5).
Interviewee
The person(s) being interviewed
Rais Bhuiyan
Interviewer
The person(s) performing the interview
Moureen Kaki
Date
The date the interview was conducted
December 12, 2022
Religious Identity
The religious identity of the person who is being interviewed.
Muslim
City
The city in Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Seattle, Washington
Region
The region of Texas the person who is being interviewed is from
Out of state
Location
The location of the interview
Zoom
Generation
Generation of the interviewee/narrator
Generation X
Dublin Core
The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/.
Title
A name given to the resource
Rais Bhuiyan
Description
An account of the resource
This interview is with Rais Bhuiyan, the founder of World Without Hate, who currently lives in Seattle, WA. Rais describes his youth in Bangladesh and his first career in the Bangladeshi military before coming to the US for school. He describes his experience of 9/11, after which he was the victim of Islamophobic gun violence, and then experienced food insecurity and medical debt due to his lack of medical insurance. He shares about his decision to try to save his attacker from death row with the help of Amnesty International and fellow humanitarians. Rais also talks about World Without Hate and its current projects.
Content Warning: The following interview contains sensitive material. Please note that the interview includes description of graphic violence and hate crimes. These subjects will be discussed at 21:17 - 26:27 (in the transcript p. 5).
9/11
Amnesty International
Bangladesh
Bangladeshi-Americans
Culture shock
Diversity and inclusion
Family dynamics
Hajj
Hate crimes
Health
Healthcare
Immigrants
Immigration
Islam
Islamophobia
Language
Military
Muslims
Non-profits
NY - New York City
Prison
Prophet Muhammad
Racism
TX - Dallas
WA - Seattle
Wealth
World Without Hate