Immigrantly From Kashmir to America: A Muslim Feminist's Journey
Dec 12, 2018
Daisy Khan, a leading female Muslim advocate and Executive Director of the Women's Islamic Initiative in Spirituality and Equality, shares her remarkable journey from Kashmir to America. She discusses the cultural shocks she faced in the 1970s and her efforts to combat child marriage and promote women's rights. Daisy emphasizes the importance of education in countering extremism and fostering interfaith understanding. Additionally, she reflects on her grandfather's legacy and the need for awareness to combat Islamophobia, highlighting the vital contributions of immigrants to American society.
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From Kashmir to Jericho
- Daisy Khan, born in Kashmir, attended Catholic school with a diverse group of friends.
- In America, she integrated into her predominantly Jewish high school through field hockey.
Multicultural upbringing
- Growing up in a multicultural, multi-religious environment shaped Daisy Khan's worldview.
- She believes in harmony and respect between religions.
Spiritual Journey
- The Iranian Revolution and Salman Rushdie's book sparked a spiritual crisis for Daisy Khan.
- This led her on a journey to find her true self, including exploring Sufism.
