Reframing Mental distress as a potential catalyst for positive change

Read Ayan’s full story and more inspiring content in our upcoming publication:

MUSLIMS EMERGING PROUD THROUGH MENTAL DISTRESS

Read Faduma’s story and more inspiring content in our upcoming publication:

MUSLIMS EMERGING PROUD THROUGH MENTAL DISTRESS

Read Alina’s story and more inspiring content in our upcoming publication:

MUSLIMS EMERGING PROUD THROUGH MENTAL DISTRESS

Coming soon…

MUSLIMS EMERGING PROUD THROUGH MENTAL DISTRESS

Coming soon…

MUSLIMS EMERGING PROUD THROUGH MENTAL DISTRESS

However we define our spirituality, when we connect at a soul level there are no boxes that separate us…

Read more of Contributor Ayan’s powerful poetry in our upcoming publication

MUSLIMS EMERGING PROUD THROUGH MENTAL DISTRESS

“Muslims Emerging Proud through Mental Distress is both a fascinating and empowering collection of experiences.

As we know, trauma can befall anyone, and this incredible book offers hope and inspiration to those experiencing Trauma.

The lived experiences featured in this pocketbook are full of humanity, compassion and determination.

As a Muslim, I resonated with many of the narratives and challenges expressed in this book. I believe this book is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding trauma from a Muslim perspective.

Although awareness surrounding mental health has increased over the years, we still have some way to go regarding the stigma surrounding it. This book will be instrumental in breaking down some of the stigma surrounding mental illnesses, especially within the Muslim community.

I deeply appreciate this book coming into existence and am in awe of the brave individuals that shared their stories”.  Zainab Rahman 

The book is packed full of inspiring stories, quotes and poetry, like this one from our team member Sophia…

Watch this space for more news on this publication, due in September 2021

This is a topic little addressed, and yet so vital in expanding boundaries and minimising shame for the Muslim community in speaking openly about their emotions.

Our next pocketbook of hope in the KindProud series is: Muslims Emerging Proud through Mental Distress and aims to be ground – breaking.

Is this calling us to connect at a level beyond religions that separate, and have faith in us as humans?

Watch this space for more news on this publication, due in September 2021

Last Friday I met with my wonderful Muslim team to finalise their manuscript. There were such mixed emotions; I’m going to so miss woking with these inspirational women, it’s been such a journey of learning and growth. We may have different views of ‘faith’, but we connect deeply in shared values and real human emotions – these are where bridges are built and any differences pail into insignificance. We started work on this book before the pandemic and this was be our first IN PERSON meeting!

Not only are these women bravely sharing their personal stories of emerging through crises in their upcoming publication, they are pushing the boundaries of what is seen as acceptable in their faith. As Rep Ayan shares…

The year of the global crisis has brought many challenges, but it has also pushed many to speak out authentically about what important progressions are needed due to recognising the preciousness of life, and this is how trauma can lead to influencing positive change…

Watch this space for more news on how to get hold of your copy of this ground- breaking book very soon!