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Sound Vision | | | |  | Definitions of Beauty: In the Eye of the Beholder? By Zahirah Lynn Eppard An association between beauty and whiteness has deep roots, particularly in the U.S. When whiteness is celebrated in the popular culture – it does not have some objective, biological, evolutionary underpinning – it literally means placing value in being a white person and devaluing everyone who is not. Racism is an oppressive construct, an invention of man to impose and maintain control, both literally and figuratively. Find out the many ways that these pervasive messages and manners are passed on to our children and impact the way they think about themselves. | | | | | | Parenting Tip As parents, we must understand the underpinnings of racial stereotypes about beauty in order to put an end to them in both our homes and our society. | | | |  | Boys With Long Hair: Respecting Prophetic and Indigineous Customs By Wendy Díaz Alright, that’s it. I am going to say what is on the minds of mothers of boys with long hair: Stop telling me what I should and should not do with my child’s hair! Many mothers, myself included, are tired of unsolicited advice about their children’s appearance. It is really none of your business. Your intentions may be pure, but your approach is all wrong. Learn more about what is and what is not acceptable when it comes to Muslim men and boys with long hair. | | | | | | Inspiration “It is not what you start with in the garden that matters, but the care, time and attention you give it.” Cozbi A. Cabrera from "My Hair Is a Garden" | | | |  | CALL TO ACTION: Stand Up for Hijab and Women’s Rights By Umm Ahmed The recent turmoil in India's state of Karnataka over the banning of hijab or the headscarf in educational institutes, has drawn much attention to the topic of hijab and women’s rights over the past month. This is especially the case amongst the Muslim minorities in the non-Muslim world who continue to face such atrocities at the hands of influential leaders who spew rhetoric and enact policies that are Islamophobic. Learn more about the rise of these events and how you can join in the effort to ensure that “Hijab Rights Are Human Rights.” | | | | | | | | Prophetic Guidance There are many ahaadith which have recorded that the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, had long hair, including this one. Aisha, the wife of the Prophet Muhammad, may Allah be pleased with her, said: “The hair of the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, came between his earlobes and his shoulders.” | | | | | |  | Book Review: My Hair Is a Garden By Zahirah Lynn Eppard As the mom of a handful of children with beautiful thick and curly hair Black locks, I can attest that the attention and effort put into caring for their hair is significant. As parents, when we wash and condition, detangle, cinch, braid or twist, trim, straighten, adorn, (and even more!), we are also shaping our child’s self-esteem. “Beauty” in our Western culture has not always equated our curls, afros, dreads, plaits, and coiffure in a positive manner with that definition. Many books have been written for children about this phenomenon and My Hair Is a Garden is a keeper! | | | | Some Interesting Facts The “beauty” industry not only impacts cultural norms, it is also BIG business. - The global beauty industry market was valued at $511 billion in 2021. The beauty and personal care market, with an annual compounded growth rate of 4.75% worldwide, is projected to hit a jaw-dropping market size of $716.6 billion by 2025.
- The U.S. has the largest cosmetic market on the planet, worth a staggering $62.46 billion. The industry employs approximately 64,000 people.
- In 2020, the average annual expenditure on cosmetics, perfume, and bath preparation products amounted to approximately $199 per consumer unit in the United States. This figure represents the highest expenditure in over a decade.
- Skincare products were the best selling products of 2019.
| | | | | | | | | |  | Adam’s World Video: Welcome to Adam’s World Adam is frustrated that his family and friends don’t like the same foods or play the same games. Then he has a dream and realizes that the world would be so BORING if we were all the same! The concept of diversity is reinforced with a passage from the Quran and also a beautiful song - Sing Children of the World - by Dawud Wharnsby. | | | | | | | | Sound Vision has BIG plans for your children this Ramadan! | |  | During the entire month of Ramadan, creative hosts will engage students with games, stories, songs, art and movement activities, cooking demonstrations, and more! Keep your children busy and inspired to learn to love Allah and be proud to follow His guidance. Our Race4Rewards online children’s classes will target two different age groups: Adam’s World Club classes are designed for children ages 4-7. Live online classes will take place Monday-Friday from 6-6:30pm EDT. Visit Academy.AdamsWorld.org for more details and to register online. Colors of Islam Club classes are designed children ages 8-12. Live online classes will take place on Saturday and Sunday from 12-1:30pm EDT. Visit Academy.AdamsWorld.org for more details and to register online. More details to come! | | | |  | | | The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 30 years. Our work with the world-renowned puppets Adam and Aneesah pioneered creative programming for Muslim children, encouraging them to learn about and love their religion. We continue to bring sound content and engaging programs that stimulate minds, touch hearts, and strive to fulfill our mission of raising better Muslims, better neighbors, and better citizens. This latest effort is designed to support and empower Muslim parents to do the same. | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
