Sheikha Fatima Barkatulla

Sheikha Fatima Barkatulla, an award-winning British Islamic scholar, dives into the complexities faced by female converts to Islam regarding their non-Muslim marriages. She discusses varying scholarly opinions on whether these marriages should end upon conversion and shares insights from interviews with UK muftis. The conversation also touches on the personal experiences of female converts, emphasizing community support and the evolving nature of fatwas. With humor, she navigates cultural differences between British and American Muslim communities, enriching the dialogue.