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Muslims In America: A New Generation NPR Correspondent Leila Fadel traveled across the country to meet young Muslims expressing themselves in new ways. Her stories were reported in collaboration with National Geographic.
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Muslims In America: A New Generation

In collaboration with National Geographic, NPR's Leila Fadel meets the mosaic of young U.S. Muslims.
Her Pro Dreams Shot, This Muslim Player Pivots To The Next Generation

Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir, seen in a photograph for the NCAA Champion Magazine last year, was the first Muslim woman in a headscarf to play NCAA Division I basketball. Jamie Schwaberow hide caption

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Her Pro Dreams Shot, This Muslim Player Pivots To The Next Generation

Because of a rule banning head coverings on the basketball court, Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir had to choose between the sport she loved and her faith. She chose her religion but fought to change the rule.

Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir:"We belong in every space"

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Bullied For Its Faith, Muslim Family Fights Back Through Education

Noshaba Afzal (right) — with daughters (from left) Maimona Afzal Berta, 23, Sana Afzal, 16, and Honna Afzal, 18 — says bullying of Muslims has become a "safety issue." Leila Fadel/NPR hide caption

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Bullied For Its Faith, Muslim Family Fights Back Through Education

When Noshaba Afzal's daughter was bullied, she decided she had a choice. Accept it or say: "No, this is not the America we want it to be."

Bullied For Its Faith, Muslim Family Fights Back Through Education

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Black Muslims Step Into Spotlight

Black Muslims in America are reclaiming and highlighting their traditions. In Los Angeles, Jihad Saafir is converting his father's storefront mosque into a vibrant community center and school.

Black Muslims Step Into Spotlight

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In Chicago, A Muslim Non-Profit Is Engaging The Community Through Activism

Rami Nashashibi of the Inner City Muslim Action Network sees social work as a solution to the apathy that leads people away from religion.

In Chicago, A Muslim Non-Profit Is Engaging The Community Through Activism

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