Glad To Be Back!

February 15, 2012 by Nicole Queen

It feels so good to come out of “hiding”. As most of you know I was pregnant for the past 9 months, lol…a normal length of time, and then Alhamdulillah, I gave birth to the most precious gift that God could grant me.

Talal Hassan Tahat

January 5th, 2012 7 lbs 10 oz. 20.4 inches

AlHamdulillah, he is the sweetest joy and the coolness of our eyes.

Talal is now five weeks old and growing like the weeds in my front yard! I have been so busy of course, attending to his every need and desire and believe me, he has learned how to work over Mommy and Daddy! He’s a cheerful sprout in the mornings, right around 4 am he expects Mommy to play with him! We are over joyed with this bundle of snuggles and now that I feel more confident in my “Mommy skills”…I am ready to get back to work!

I am super excited to share with you my first event since the changes in my life!

Remember LoveStruck back in ’10? Well this year, join IANT
Youth, Nicole Queen, and Nouman Ali Khan on February 17
for LoveStruck Part II!

We’ll be talking beyond the guys, the
girls, and the gaze-dating, newlyweds, and the aftermath!

See y’all then insha’Allah!

*Please note, this event is targeted for ages 13+

For questions or concerns, please email bushra.haq@iantyouth.com

You can RSVP via Facebook or the IANT Youth Website!

Special thanks to Ahmed Salim for the amazing flyer!!

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Check out Nicole Queen on BBC’s “American Muslim-Faith, Fear, and Freedom in USA”

September 1, 2011 by Nicole Queen

During the spring, BBC was here in the states filming for their newest documentary on Muslims in America. I was so excited and honored to be a small part of this project! First we filmed a little in Manhattan with my close friend, Elif Kavakci. You can check out her Islamic fashion designs at www.KavakciCouture.com. It was so fun, BBC filmed me doing a fashion photo shoot in a busy area of the city and they got some amazing footage of Elif hard at work with her designs. They filmed all over the place in the US, so this documentary is packed with all angles and sides of what it means to be a Muslim in America. Later, BBC came to Dallas and filmed me doing more of my photography, and even a speaking event at our local mosque. We finished my section with a pretty tough yet intimate interview with myself and the host of the show. I can’t wait to see how the entire program turns out, I know it will feel great to see so many different stories!

BBC crew films Nicole's photo shoot

“American Muslim-Faith, Fear, and Freedom in the USA”

UK: Sep 3rd 03:10 & 16:10(Newschannel)
US Eastern: Sep 2nd: 22:10 -Sep 3rd: 11:10 -Sep 4th: 05:10 & 17:10
US Pacific: Sep 2nd: 1910 – Sep 3rd: 08:10 – Sep 4th: 02:10 & 14:10

Don’t see your country or time zone above?

Follow this link to find yours :

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-radio-and-tv-12957298

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Islamic Awareness Week!

March 4, 2011 by Nicole Queen

Collin College is hosting it’s annual Islamic Awareness Week!

Please join myself along with other Muslim panelist, March 7th @ 7pm, as we answer questions and concerns about American Muslim life. It gets even better…BAKE SALE MARCH 8th!!! Come and support the Muslim Student Association of Colling College by attending:

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My Newest Project, Inshallah!

February 10, 2011 by Nicole Queen

Assalamu Alaikum! (Peace Be Upon You!)

I have been doing a lot of thinking and talking and thinking…these are the two things I do best, LOL. I have had so many sincere requests for me to start production on more videos about Islam, as an American Muslim. After a lot of pondering I have decided that I would like to begin producing a small line of videos, accessible online of course, to help New Muslims embrace the greatest most challenging decision in their lives! I remember how difficult it was for me to make my decision and come to God, well it’s not difficult to decide on God, but it is VERY difficult to make all the appropriate changes to your lifestyle to accommodate this. With this being said I am planning out the first set of videos. I want them to be really easy to follow, short and informative. Of course they will also have a lil of my humor/sarcasm added as well!

Your Feedback!

I have created a poll below. Please tell me which videos you would like to see first? Which titles are most important to you?

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Silence Hides Violence (Creativity Competition) | Nour DV

February 7, 2011 by Nicole Queen

Assalamu Alaikum (Peace Be Upon You)

I wanted to share this competition on my site, since this is a much needed topic of discussion in the Muslim community. Domestic Violence is truly universal and should be abolished in all cultures and religions. One of the largest causes for consistent Domestic Violence in the home is lack of public declaration of such violence. For centuries women have kept their voices quiet while forcing themselves and their children to endure the abuse of their spouse and loved ones. Spreading the word about Domestic Violence and creating awareness is the best way a community can help combat this terrible affliction. Please share this contest with friends and family and even enter it yourself if you feel ready to share a piece of your heart with others, one of the greatest gifts. If you or someone you know is suffering from Domestic Violence, there is help and support available for you and your children, thanks to organizations like Nour DV- Nicole Queen

Silence Hides Violence (Creativity Competition) | Nour DV.

Competition Details

The competition is open to anyone over the age of 16.

We are looking for entries of: poems, short stories [max 500 words], video clips [max 3mins] or pictures and paintings. [Please adhere strictly to these word/time limits and make sure your submissions are not too explicit.]

The deadline for all entries is midnight on Monday 28th February 2011.

All entries must be sent to competition@nour-dv.org.uk with your name, age and contact details.

The best 5 entries will be shortlisted and uploaded onto the Nour website on Tuesday 1st of March. All readers will then have 2 weeks thereafter [up until Sunday 13th march] to comment, share, like or tweet on the respective entries shortlisted. The number of comments, likes or tweets each shortlisted recipient receives will influence the winning entry pieces.

Feel free to contact at us at competition@nour-dv.org.uk if you have any questions.

The 3 winners and the prizes will be announced on Monday 14th March 2011.

Wishing you all the best!

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Glad To Be Back!

Glad To Be Back!

Assalamu Alaikum!!!!!!!!!

Talal Hassan Tahat

AlHamdulillah, he is the sweetest joy and the coolness of our eyes.

I am super excited to share with you my first event since the changes in my life!

Remember LoveStruck back in ’10? Well this year, join IANT
Youth, Nicole Queen, and Nouman Ali Khan on February 17
for LoveStruck Part II!