Team Friday
Friday Magazine is brought to you by a diverse collective of Muslim women who contribute, create and curate the best conscious living content for our audience. Headed by our Editor-in-Chief Sadaff Rangrez, the team is brimming with depth, intellect and beauty, on the inside and out.
The Founding Editor
Sadaff, an accomplished art director with over two decades of experience is well versed in the power of branding and visual identity of lifestyle, B2B, and customer publications. Motivated by a vision for elevating print media and amplifying the voices of ambitious Muslim women, the idea for Friday was born years ago and she continues to refine it at every opportunity. Informed by global events, her work is a thoughtful response to redefining how Muslim women see, celebrate and uplift themselves – breaking unhealthy cycles and setting a new standard for role models across generations.
“If you can’t see it, you can’t be it.”
“As Muslim women, we know that we’re stereotyped. We’re reduced to the notion of being less than, oppressed, and unable to integrate into societies outside our cultural norms. The reality is that we are actually talented, strong and capable but we fall ill to imposter syndrome and play ourselves down to people please. I am tired of seeing Muslim women playing it small. As a mother to two teen girls, I want them to see Muslim women showing up, shining and slaying on a global stage so they can level up their goals and achieve the things I know they’re capable of. If you can’t see it, you can’t be it. And Friday is going to fix that for us all.”
Edition #01 Contributors
Mariah Idrissi | “Putting the Modest back into Modest Fashion, in Conversation”
Mariah Idrissi is a model and filmmaker, recognised as the world’s first hijab wearing model in 2015 for H&M. She’s an international speaker, including talks at TED and Oxford. She won the ‘Young Achiever’ Award at the Arabian Business Awards in 2019. Mariah produced and presented a short documentary called Britain’s First Mosque in 2024 and is currently developing a documentary series.
Maryam Kayani | “From Grief to Growth”
Maryam Kayani is a Scottish Pakistani Muslim writer, life coach, and community advocate based in Scotland. With a Master’s in Gender Studies, she explores how societal frameworks – such as feminism, secularism, post-modernity, race, and colonisation – shape the identity and lived experiences of Muslim women in the modern world. Her work delves into nuanced and taboo topics, including the intersections of mental health, relationship dynamics, societal expectations, inherited mindsets, and the processes of learning and unlearning.
Rooted in her own lived experiences, Maryam’s work carries a relatable and compassionate edge. As the co-founder of House of Lumii, a life and mindset coaching brand, she combines intellectual depth with practical strategies to inspire transformation. Through her writing and coaching, she empowers people on journeys of self-discovery, helping them navigate life’s complexities, live authentically, build stronger relationships, reconnect with their values, and create fulfilling lives.
Zenab Khan | “Hustle or Heal”
Zenab Khan currently works in healthcare advertising as part of the editorial team with an extensive background in the scientific fields of medical research, ranging from fields such as Neurology, Epigenetics and Haematology, both in the UK and the US. Outside professional life, she loves learning about Islam. 2024 was a pivotal moment for her as she took it upon herelf to absorb as much information as she could about different Islamic topics. Attending seminars, workshops, watching many Scholarly YouTube videos, she made many new Muslim friends along the way. She also loves hiking, blogging, reading, and scrolling social media. She strives to stay updated on current events but also takes a great deal of interest in learning about historical events, contributions and injustices not only in the Muslim world but also from other diverse ethnic and religious groups.
Muminah Koleoso | “Crowning Glory, Embracing Black Women’s Natural Hair”
Muminah is a Muslim Nigerian-British writer, poet, and content creator and an alumna of the University of Edinburgh. She has written for media platforms such as Upgrading Women and Black Ballad and is set to feature in Nurtured Magazine’s debut issue. Now pursuing a career in media and publishing, she is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, amplifying the voices of Black and Muslim women, and sharing stories that uplift and inspire.
Aminah Mehrban | “The Sisterhood of Everlasting Womanhood”
Aminah is a vibrant personality, often gelling easily with whoever she encounters in different settings, both social and professional. She is confident, chatty and has an unnecessary amount of coats, shoes and candles. Just a regular woman right?
She enjoys a lonesome cosy evening in binging on a Netflix series, or contrastingly an evening out painting with friends followed by dinner, food must be on the agenda for her. She’s a mover and a shaker, often first up to dance at a wedding, mendhi or a ladies’ night, with an unexpected musical taste. Aminah enjoys cooking and baking, mainly for the grand consumption at the end, and also the barakah. Her greatest gift and success in her life is her dear son, he is her world. She is on a journey in this life to enter Jannah with him, for eternity. Ameen.
Adillah Mubiru | “Style Guide, Dressing with Intention”
Adillah is a UX Designer and magazine editor with over two years’ experience in the technology and editorial space. Adillah has cultivated a distinct voice and perspective exploring a range of topics from fashion, lifestyle and culture. She has styled and written featured pieces for London publications - most notably the emerging New Wave Magazine. She has a breadth of knowledge of must-know emerging designers nd is on a mission to unearth and tell their stories about shifting cultures.
Sadia Ramzan | “The Rise of the Retreat”
Sadia Ramzan is the founder and CEO of The Muslim Women Travel Group, a rapidly growing travel community based in the United Kingdom that curates meaningful, halal-friendly travel experiences for women worldwide. With a deep-rooted passion for exploring diverse cultures in ways that honour her clients’ values, Sadia has led women on enriching journeys across destinations like Türkiye, Morocco, and Malaysia. Her background in the halal tourism industry has positioned her as a pioneer in creating safe and inclusive spaces for Muslim women travellers, providing them with authentic insights, curated itineraries, and a vibrant community. Through her work, Sadia has built a close-knit following of like-minded women who share her enthusiasm for travel and cultural connection. In her writing, she brings an insider’s perspective on halal-friendly travel, blending personal stories with practical advice to inspire and inform her readers.
Afsheen Shaikh | Subeditor
With over 20 years' experience, Afsheen is a seasoned writer and blogger specialising in features and reviews across beauty, skincare, travel, food, and the arts. She has contributed her expertise to both print and digital titles as a freelance journalist, with her work appearing in notable publications including Asian Woman, Olive magazine, Waitrose Food Illustrated, Wisden Cricketer, Q, Mojo, Word, The Oldie, and Halal Gems.
Afsheen is also behind beauty blog Just Nice Things, which was founded in 2009 and became a familiar presence in the beauty industry. Known for her keen eye and engaging style, Afsheen brings depth and a personal touch to each piece, making complex topics accessible and enjoyable for diverse audiences. Her well-established presence in the industry ensures her content consistently resonates with readers, keeping them informed on the latest trends and insights.
Hannah Marie Tamimi | “The Breath of Forgiveness”
Hannah is a mother of three who lives on a budding farm surrounded by chickens, ducks, sheep, and goats. She is the owner of Tawheed Treasures, where she creates colourful designs for Muslim spaces. She has a degree in Biology and is passionate gardener. She finds joy in horticultural studies and practicing dhikr in her garden.
Grace Walters | “Ethical Self-Care”, “The Art of the Abaya” and “Behind the Book with Shahed Ezaydi”
Grace is a writer, activist and yoga teacher from Manchester with a passion for inclusive wellness, ethics and social justice. After being diagnosed with multiple disabilities Grace's life completely changed, and she also changed her career to dedicate more time to her special interests and community initiatives. Grace is passionate about helping others and making health and wellness accessible to everyone, and she is involved in a number of intersectional causes including environmental and anti-racist movements. When she's not writing, volunteering or spending time in nature Grace loves painting, gardening and reading and can often be found in the kitchen baking healthy treats.
Write for Friday
At Friday we operate an open contributor system, welcoming fresh voices and diverse perspectives that align with our mission. We believe powerful storytelling comes from lived experiences, thoughtful insights, and deep reflections – whether you’re young or old, a seasoned writer or new to publishing.
Each edition of Friday has a central theme, and while we welcome broad ideas, pitches that connect to our upcoming theme have a stronger chance of selection. We accept pitches for features, columns, essays, interviews, and cultural commentaries that resonate with our readership; visionary Muslim women navigating life, identity, and faith.
How to get involved:
Submit your Work
Send us a minimum of 3 writing samples that showcase your style, along with a brief introduction about yourself.
Join our Contributor List
If approved, you’ll receive a link to sign up.
Online session / Theme Reveal
Before work starts on each edition, contributors are invited to an online session where we reveal the theme and planned editorial direction. There’s an opportunity for joint idea generation and Q&As with the Editor.
Submit a Pitch
After the session, you’ll have a few days to propose an article idea relevant to the theme. If accepted, we’ll guide you through the writing and editing process.
To get started, send your samples to info@fridaymagazine.co.uk and we’ll take it from there.
We look forward to hearing from you!