Fighting cultural misconceptions towards Muslims | Khalila Writes | TEDxSantaBarbaraSalon

During the pandemic, many entrepreneurs took to the online space, and with that, we saw more women becoming visible within our communities. Unfortunately, there is a misconceived idea culturally and globally as to what it means to be a Muslim woman. They have skills and add immense value to the working world. With the rise of businesses exploding on social media, Muslim women who once had barriers in place, such as not being able to commit to working hours due to children, are now creating successful businesses online. It is now time to speak up and share their stories. Their children should see representation to aspire to be power players in society and the workforce. Khalila is on a mission to show the world they may choose to cover themselves with a piece of material, but underneath we are all the same. Khalila is a public speaking strategist, coach, mentor, and advocate for Muslim women in business. Khalila is the founder of Power of Voice Academy, where she coaches women to speak up, share their stories, and sell from the stage.
Before embracing the Muslim religion in 2007, Khalila was a radio host and performer. She spoke on stage in front of thousands, but she left that life behind, believing it to be her only choice when she became Muslim. This all changed when she opened a business with a friend using social media to promote their ideas last year. Their business grew to a thriving community of over 8000 and became a worldwide name. They have run extremely successful events speaking in front of international audiences.
Seeing the impact of speaking up both on social media and events helped Khalila re-tap into her skills, realizing that it is possible without sacrificing personal values. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@umarfarooq1082]

A Strong ,Beautiful,Religious,Honest and Authentic woman in true sense.

[@HanaaWaShifaaFoodSweetsandDIYs]

I am very proud of you and your way of presenting the modest Muslim woman whose commitment did not prevent her from standing out and excelling in worldly matters.
Mashaa Allah Tabarakah Alrahmaan

[@amatuallah1560]

In all fairness. If we was ok with filming professionals in masks during the pandemic, why can we not film and be professional in niqab?
Big up yourself girl. Bun any negative comments

[@mariesi4591]

Inspirational woman.
I am not religious but admire those who are not influenced by culture, who have the strength to do what feels right for them and spread the message of peace and love.
💖

[@cassieaisha7661]

Amazing talk, well done, don’t listen to these haters in the comments who are obviously bitter in life 🤣
Inspiring and beautiful ❤️

[@ummlili]

Such a beautiful story and empowering mission that Khalila has. An inspiration for all women regardless of beliefs

[@LaylaBintyAhmed]

Yaaaaas Queen!!
Allahumabaarik Laki!
I see you shining as always 🤍🤍🤍

[@egzonademiri8253]

SubhanAllah may Allah give the best of thir world and the best of aakhirah. May Allah keep you steadfast 😍❤️

[@egzonademiri8253]

This*

[@alinajensen7637]

Inspiring and powerful!!! Keep going Queen

[@user-kr9jy8ik4y]

love and respect for you Khalilah and thanks Mark for hosting this show may God help you all with your projects

[@ramzysbry3431]

بارك الله فيك ورحم الله والدك اختي خليلة ليستر انتي امرأة وانسان مثقفة ورائعة حفظك الله ورعاك انتي واطفالك وعائلتك

[@rainfalls7585]

Yaaaay Khalilaaaa! You go girl!

[@mta_sda]

Ninja is a good name. I think she like it too. Well done, I appreciate you energy.

[@samerdaqaq]

Great faith story

[@mjt1517]

What a wonderful culture that insists women be very nearly invisible. If only all Western women would adopt this beautiful culture.

[@beebsblue]

You have missed the point entirely

[@mjt1517]

@@beebsblue I don't think I'm the one that missed it.

[@mjt1517]

@fhf a culture that is open enough that women can display their faces without their men fearing being overtaken with lust is indeed beautiful.

[@BlueSkyblueseagreenland]

That you imply a woman’s physiology is the only thing that makes her visible then you are a victim of the misogynistic and backwards western narrow minded society

[@MuhammadIbrahimAmer]

Telling women to be modest is lustful?
But telling them to wear nearly nothing is respectful?
They washed your brains with a strong washing powder

[@user-fh6eo5uu6l]

تحية طيبة ❤

[@Adam_Stefaniak]

Party girl, defiantly way too much Mortal Kombat video games...