By Staff Reporter
Sharjah24: The Cultural Office at the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah organised the Sharjah Cultural Salon under the theme “Muslim Women Globally,” coinciding with International Women’s Day. The session, hosted via Microsoft Teams, featured Dr. Sadiqa Mohammed as a guest speaker and was moderated by journalist Aisha Al Ruwaimah.
Highlighting Women’s Status
The conversation addressed several important issues, focusing on the favorable views of Muslim women globally, their standing within Islam, and the challenges they face in maintaining a strong image. Another key theme focused on fields where Muslim women have excelled globally.
Muslim Women’s Role in Society
Dr. Sadiqa emphasised that Muslim women possess unique and distinguished qualities, making them fundamental to building strong families, which in turn form the foundation of a healthy society. She refuted misconceptions of women as weak or incapable, asserting that Islam recognizes them as strong, complete, and influential individuals with significant contributions to family and community development.
Islamic Perspective on Women
Dr. Sadiqa emphasized the unique position of women in Islam, pointing out that the Quran specifically addresses women’s issues in Surah An-Nisa (The Women), in addition to Surah Maryam. It was highlighted that women are referenced around 85 times in the Quran, underscoring the significant emphasis Islam places on their importance. She emphasized that the comprehension of women’s status must be grounded in Quranic teachings and the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), highlighting that Islam has consistently honored women and acknowledged their vital contributions both historically and in modern society.
Women’s Challenges and Success
Dr. Sadiqa emphasised that women face numerous challenges, notably cultural invasion, which has impacted their status, and the marginalization of the Arabic language, despite it being the language of the Quran. She stressed the importance of preserving Islamic identity and affirmed that Islam grants women sufficient freedom to fulfill their roles, urging them to follow the example of the female companions of the Prophet to achieve success.
She also praised women’s success in politics, highlighting figures such as Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi and Shamma Al Mazrouei, affirming that women can excel while maintaining their religious commitment. Dr. Sadiqa criticized the media for failing to highlight women’s positive contributions and called on families to reinforce Islamic values to protect future generations.
