Alma Mahmood

An Alternate Ayah

People rely on interpretations to understand the Quran, however too many translations have been created by misogynistic heteronormative men forcing interpretive opinions into fact. This has led to many questioning Muslims growing up feeling that they need to choose between their identity/values and their faith.An Alternate Ayah is a phone application through MPV (Muslims for Progressive Values) that helps spread open-source interpretations by diverse Muslims. In doing so, it provides a life-saving tool to help youth reconnect with Islam in an accessible way and finally feel like they belong.Scan your own Quran and see different interpretations verse by verse.We will reach audiences in unexpected spaces where Muslims have quiet reflection: bookmarks, stickers, and graffiti will be found in libraries, study rooms, and bathroom stalls.