09:40 (9:40 AM)
I am as My servant thinks of Me: Expecting Good of Allah
The believer always expects the best from her Lord. She carries unwavering faith that Allah wants good for her in every circumstance. Having this faith increases a believer’s gratitude during times of ease and provides a cooling shade during times of hardship, fostering unshakeable confidence and engulfing her soul with peace and tranquility. True submission to our Lord is the natural and sweet outcome of truly knowing Him (swt). Together, let us unravel the secrets of the journey in fostering the most important relationship of our existence!
Taimiyyah Zubair
The believer always expects the best from her Lord. She carries unwavering faith that Allah wants good for her in every circumstance. Having this faith increases a believer’s gratitude during times of ease and provides a cooling shade during times of hardship, fostering unshakeable confidence and engulfing her soul with peace and tranquility. True submission to our Lord is the natural and sweet outcome of truly knowing Him (swt). Together, let us unravel the secrets of the journey in fostering the most important relationship of our existence!
Taimiyyah Zubair
10:35 (10:35 AM)
Allah intends for you ease: Striving Towards a Balanced Life
Our Lord, Al-Adl (the embodiment of Justice), says: Thus, We have made you a justly balanced community that you will be witnesses over the people and the Messenger will be a witness over you,” (2:143). Our status as an ummah was elevated on basis of us treading the middle path. This balance is achieved when we truly submit our bodies, minds and souls to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said: "Do good deeds properly, sincerely and moderately. . .Always adopt a middle, moderate, regular course, whereby you will reach your target (of paradise).” Allah wants us to enjoy the dunya while striving for the hereafter. How do we strike this balance and feel inspired and exhilarated as muslimahs when there is so much influence around us? How do l maintain a consistent and meaningful connection with Allah?
Fuseina Mohamad
Our Lord, Al-Adl (the embodiment of Justice), says: Thus, We have made you a justly balanced community that you will be witnesses over the people and the Messenger will be a witness over you,” (2:143). Our status as an ummah was elevated on basis of us treading the middle path. This balance is achieved when we truly submit our bodies, minds and souls to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said: "Do good deeds properly, sincerely and moderately. . .Always adopt a middle, moderate, regular course, whereby you will reach your target (of paradise).” Allah wants us to enjoy the dunya while striving for the hereafter. How do we strike this balance and feel inspired and exhilarated as muslimahs when there is so much influence around us? How do l maintain a consistent and meaningful connection with Allah?
Fuseina Mohamad
11:25 (11:25 AM)
Whoever alleviates a need, Allah will alleviate their need: Cultivating Bonds of Sisterhood
Nothing destroys sisterhood like jealousy, envy, backbiting and other diseases of the heart by which we no longer see each other in ourselves. The Prophet (pbuh) told us that our friends are a reflection of ourselves. We must learn to support one another in navigating the unique challenges each of us face. The Prophet (pbuh) told us, “No one truly believes until we love for our brother what we love for ourselves.” We must seek to cultivate bonds of sisterhood through truly loving the best for each other and safeguarding one another from hardships.
Rania Lawendy
Nothing destroys sisterhood like jealousy, envy, backbiting and other diseases of the heart by which we no longer see each other in ourselves. The Prophet (pbuh) told us that our friends are a reflection of ourselves. We must learn to support one another in navigating the unique challenges each of us face. The Prophet (pbuh) told us, “No one truly believes until we love for our brother what we love for ourselves.” We must seek to cultivate bonds of sisterhood through truly loving the best for each other and safeguarding one another from hardships.
Rania Lawendy
13:55 (1:55 PM)
Verily, Allah will not change the condition of a people: Practicing Patience and Perseverance to Attain Success
O believers! Be mindful of Allah and seek what brings you closer to Him and struggle in His Way, so you may be successful,” (5: 35). In order to achieve success we must first expect the best from ourselves and know that victory comes with patience and perseverance. What may appear to be a hardship can in turn be a greater blessing only recognized through exercising patience. Allah says: “Verily, Allah will not change the condition of a people as long as they do not change their state themselves,” (13:11). And know that victory comes with patience,” (pbuh). Patience teaches discipline, and perseverance yields resilience. If we are successful, we can affect positive change in our communities as well. It starts with our own selves.
Heba ElSawah
O believers! Be mindful of Allah and seek what brings you closer to Him and struggle in His Way, so you may be successful,” (5: 35). In order to achieve success we must first expect the best from ourselves and know that victory comes with patience and perseverance. What may appear to be a hardship can in turn be a greater blessing only recognized through exercising patience. Allah says: “Verily, Allah will not change the condition of a people as long as they do not change their state themselves,” (13:11). And know that victory comes with patience,” (pbuh). Patience teaches discipline, and perseverance yields resilience. If we are successful, we can affect positive change in our communities as well. It starts with our own selves.
Heba ElSawah
14:45 (2:45 PM)
Even if your sins were to reach up to the clouds in the sky: Call Upon the All-Forgiving
Who is Al-Ghaffar and Al-Ghafoor? The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) said, “By Him in whose hand is my soul, if you did not sin Allah would replace you with people who would sin and they would seek the forgiveness of Allah and He would forgive them.” Allah’s infinite mercy surpassess our sins and trangressions, even if they were to pile as high as the mountains. In Allah’s forgiveness is our salvation and in forgiving others lies our healing.
Taimiyyah Zubair
Who is Al-Ghaffar and Al-Ghafoor? The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) said, “By Him in whose hand is my soul, if you did not sin Allah would replace you with people who would sin and they would seek the forgiveness of Allah and He would forgive them.” Allah’s infinite mercy surpassess our sins and trangressions, even if they were to pile as high as the mountains. In Allah’s forgiveness is our salvation and in forgiving others lies our healing.
Taimiyyah Zubair
15:35 (3:35 PM)
When any limb aches, the whole body aches: From Sujood to Service
To strengthen our communities, we must utilize our strengths and resources for the betterment of the Muslim community. “The parable of the believers in their affection, mercy, and compassion for each other is that of a body. When any limb aches, the whole body reacts with sleeplessness and fever,” (pbuh). These are not only physical pains but also emotional, psychological and spiritual pains. When our limbs perform acts of worship, our hearts extract the fruits of these actions so we may transcend to living a life of Ihsan (excellence). How do we grow our communities and what are our individual responsibilities? If we cannot give back, how do we become facilitators to those who are providing needed services to the community?
Rania Lawendy
To strengthen our communities, we must utilize our strengths and resources for the betterment of the Muslim community. “The parable of the believers in their affection, mercy, and compassion for each other is that of a body. When any limb aches, the whole body reacts with sleeplessness and fever,” (pbuh). These are not only physical pains but also emotional, psychological and spiritual pains. When our limbs perform acts of worship, our hearts extract the fruits of these actions so we may transcend to living a life of Ihsan (excellence). How do we grow our communities and what are our individual responsibilities? If we cannot give back, how do we become facilitators to those who are providing needed services to the community?
Rania Lawendy
16:25 (4:25 PM)
How wonderful is the affair of the believer: Rising Above Failed Expectations
When the world pushes you to your knees, you are in the best position to pray. Hardship that brings you closer to Allah is better than a blessing that takes you away from Allah. Al-Hasan al-Basri said: “Do not resent the calamities that come and the disasters that occur, for perhaps in something that you dislike will be your salvation, and perhaps in something that you prefer will be your doom.” Knowing this, a Muslimah chooses to persevere with patience in the face of her trials. From this process of gratitude, she rises from her hardship as Allah promises: if you are grateful, I will increase you.
Fuseina Mohamad
When the world pushes you to your knees, you are in the best position to pray. Hardship that brings you closer to Allah is better than a blessing that takes you away from Allah. Al-Hasan al-Basri said: “Do not resent the calamities that come and the disasters that occur, for perhaps in something that you dislike will be your salvation, and perhaps in something that you prefer will be your doom.” Knowing this, a Muslimah chooses to persevere with patience in the face of her trials. From this process of gratitude, she rises from her hardship as Allah promises: if you are grateful, I will increase you.
Fuseina Mohamad
18:45 (6:45 PM)
Let not your love be infatuation nor your hatred be destruction: Expectations in Relationships
What is the most important relationship we have after our relationship with Allah (swt)? Is it ourselves, our parents, our spouse, our children, our friends? Umar (raa) said, “Let not your love be infatuation and let not your hatred be destruction.” Fulfilling the rights of Allah through submission and obedience is the foundation upon which other relationships are built meaningfully. Fulfilling the rights of Allah’s creations (swt) on us and knowing who takes precedence over who is equally important. Fulfilling the rights of our elders, parents, siblings and our loved ones solely for His sake. Fulfilled relationships are a source of contentment in our lives. َ
Nuriddeen Knight
What is the most important relationship we have after our relationship with Allah (swt)? Is it ourselves, our parents, our spouse, our children, our friends? Umar (raa) said, “Let not your love be infatuation and let not your hatred be destruction.” Fulfilling the rights of Allah through submission and obedience is the foundation upon which other relationships are built meaningfully. Fulfilling the rights of Allah’s creations (swt) on us and knowing who takes precedence over who is equally important. Fulfilling the rights of our elders, parents, siblings and our loved ones solely for His sake. Fulfilled relationships are a source of contentment in our lives. َ
Nuriddeen Knight
20:00 (8:00 PM)
By time, verily man is in loss: Leaving a Legacy of Righteousness
“By the Time. Verily Man is in loss. Except such as have Faith, and do righteous deeds, and (join together) in the mutual enjoining of Truth, and of Patience and Constancy,” (103). Our blueprint is the Qur’an and the sunnah of the prophet (pbuh). The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) said: “When Allah wills good for His slave, He uses him.” They said, “How does He use him?” He said, “He guides him to do good deeds before he dies.” Being an ambassador of Islam through our manners, character, relationships and support of community services are vital to establishing a righteous legacy “... indeed, Allah has chosen for you this faith; so do not die except in ‘a state of full’ submission,” (2:132).
Panel of Speakers
“By the Time. Verily Man is in loss. Except such as have Faith, and do righteous deeds, and (join together) in the mutual enjoining of Truth, and of Patience and Constancy,” (103). Our blueprint is the Qur’an and the sunnah of the prophet (pbuh). The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) said: “When Allah wills good for His slave, He uses him.” They said, “How does He use him?” He said, “He guides him to do good deeds before he dies.” Being an ambassador of Islam through our manners, character, relationships and support of community services are vital to establishing a righteous legacy “... indeed, Allah has chosen for you this faith; so do not die except in ‘a state of full’ submission,” (2:132).
Panel of Speakers
10:35 (10:35 AM)
Finding Your Match
Marriage is half our deen. From the Quran and traditions of the prophet (pbuh) we have clear guidelines about what we should be looking for when searching for a spouse. In this day and time, how do we look for a spouse? Where do we look for a spouse? What should we be looking for and how do we prioritize what is important? With increased divorce rates in all ethnic and religious groups in the world, these questions are important in order to facilitate relationships that last. For relationships that do not and should not continue, what are some exit strategies that can be used? Who are some resources in the community that we can tap into? Join us for this interactive workshop to learn and dialogue.
Namarig Ahmed / Abier Elbarbary
Marriage is half our deen. From the Quran and traditions of the prophet (pbuh) we have clear guidelines about what we should be looking for when searching for a spouse. In this day and time, how do we look for a spouse? Where do we look for a spouse? What should we be looking for and how do we prioritize what is important? With increased divorce rates in all ethnic and religious groups in the world, these questions are important in order to facilitate relationships that last. For relationships that do not and should not continue, what are some exit strategies that can be used? Who are some resources in the community that we can tap into? Join us for this interactive workshop to learn and dialogue.
Namarig Ahmed / Abier Elbarbary
11:25 (11:25 AM)
Love, Sex and Marriage: Experiencing Healthy and Halal Intimacy (English)
Intimacy is a topic that is rarely discussed in mainstream muslim conferences which results in issues that often go unaddressed. Intimacy and pleasure is not haram. Having increased sexual drive does not mean one has less iman (faith). However, iman does help to control these desires in a way that is halal and permissible for you. Physical, emotional and sexual intimacy between a husband and a wife is a private but also a beautiful and important part of the relationship. When concerns arise in this area, who do we go to to help us address it? Furthermore, how do we experience the most pleasure from our spouse? And how do we provide the most pleasure to our spouse? Ask your questions and learn some practical tips to increase the pleasure and intimacy in your relationship!
Abier Elbarbary
Intimacy is a topic that is rarely discussed in mainstream muslim conferences which results in issues that often go unaddressed. Intimacy and pleasure is not haram. Having increased sexual drive does not mean one has less iman (faith). However, iman does help to control these desires in a way that is halal and permissible for you. Physical, emotional and sexual intimacy between a husband and a wife is a private but also a beautiful and important part of the relationship. When concerns arise in this area, who do we go to to help us address it? Furthermore, how do we experience the most pleasure from our spouse? And how do we provide the most pleasure to our spouse? Ask your questions and learn some practical tips to increase the pleasure and intimacy in your relationship!
Abier Elbarbary
13:50 (1:50 PM)
Love, Sex and Marriage: Experiencing Healthy and Halal Intimacy (Arabic)
Intimacy is a topic that is rarely discussed in mainstream muslim conferences which results in issues that often go unaddressed. Intimacy and pleasure is not haram. Having increased sexual drive does not mean one has less iman (faith). However, iman does help to control these desires in a way that is halal and permissible for you. Physical, emotional and sexual intimacy between a husband and a wife is a private but also a beautiful and important part of the relationship. When concerns arise in this area, who do we go to to help us address it? Furthermore, how do we experience the most pleasure from our spouse? And how do we provide the most pleasure to our spouse? Ask your questions and learn some practical tips to increase the pleasure and intimacy in your relationship!
Abier Elbarbary
Intimacy is a topic that is rarely discussed in mainstream muslim conferences which results in issues that often go unaddressed. Intimacy and pleasure is not haram. Having increased sexual drive does not mean one has less iman (faith). However, iman does help to control these desires in a way that is halal and permissible for you. Physical, emotional and sexual intimacy between a husband and a wife is a private but also a beautiful and important part of the relationship. When concerns arise in this area, who do we go to to help us address it? Furthermore, how do we experience the most pleasure from our spouse? And how do we provide the most pleasure to our spouse? Ask your questions and learn some practical tips to increase the pleasure and intimacy in your relationship!
Abier Elbarbary
14:40 (2:40 PM)
#MuslimahBoss: Survival Guide
Khadijah (ra) is described as one of the four greatest women of mankind (Bukhari). Her faith, patience, compassion, and leadership set her apart. She was a highly respected and successful business leader in a male-dominated society. How do we maintain our values and integrity like Khadijah (ra) while being present in a diverse and sometimes challenging work environment? Let’s discuss how to get ahead in your career without compromising Allah’s (swt) expectations of us.
Noor Javed / Samiya Ahmed Abdi
Khadijah (ra) is described as one of the four greatest women of mankind (Bukhari). Her faith, patience, compassion, and leadership set her apart. She was a highly respected and successful business leader in a male-dominated society. How do we maintain our values and integrity like Khadijah (ra) while being present in a diverse and sometimes challenging work environment? Let’s discuss how to get ahead in your career without compromising Allah’s (swt) expectations of us.
Noor Javed / Samiya Ahmed Abdi
16:00 (4:00 PM)
ENTREPRENEUR PANEL
A new segment this year, Entrepreneur Panel is talk-show style feature for selected womenpreneurs to share their success story and encourage Muslimahs to start their own businesses/initiatives. Join us to - Help more women become successful leaders - Highlight your business/initiative - Network with other womenpreneurs
Panelists: Farrah Khan, Salma Hindy, Hafsa Taher and Reem Ahmed. Moderated by Marwa Khobieh
A new segment this year, Entrepreneur Panel is talk-show style feature for selected womenpreneurs to share their success story and encourage Muslimahs to start their own businesses/initiatives. Join us to - Help more women become successful leaders - Highlight your business/initiative - Network with other womenpreneurs
Panelists: Farrah Khan, Salma Hindy, Hafsa Taher and Reem Ahmed. Moderated by Marwa Khobieh
18:45 (6:45 PM)
Five before Five: Maximize your Potential
“By Time, Verily man is in loss…” Did you just waste an hour scrolling down your Instagram feed? You’re not alone! Allah (swt) expects every believer to extract the most benefit from her life. How do we honour the limited time that Allah (swt) has gifted us in this world? Starting from the minute your up in the morning, discover how to efficiently manage your day-to-day tasks while serving Allah (swt), your family, and your community.
Kashmala Qasim
“By Time, Verily man is in loss…” Did you just waste an hour scrolling down your Instagram feed? You’re not alone! Allah (swt) expects every believer to extract the most benefit from her life. How do we honour the limited time that Allah (swt) has gifted us in this world? Starting from the minute your up in the morning, discover how to efficiently manage your day-to-day tasks while serving Allah (swt), your family, and your community.
Kashmala Qasim
10:35 (10:35 AM)
Saying No to Harassment
In a poignant hadith, the prophet (saw) says, “A believer is not bitten from the same hole twice.” (Bukhari) Standing up for our rights as individuals and a community is a part of our faith! Allah (swt) expects us to maintain our honour and dignity. Protecting our dignity means saying No to harassment in all forms. Whether we face inappropriate sexual advances or Islamophobic comments, how do we stop harassment in its tracks? Join us as we discuss how to deal with harassment at school, in your workplace, or even in public spaces.
Natasha Persaud
In a poignant hadith, the prophet (saw) says, “A believer is not bitten from the same hole twice.” (Bukhari) Standing up for our rights as individuals and a community is a part of our faith! Allah (swt) expects us to maintain our honour and dignity. Protecting our dignity means saying No to harassment in all forms. Whether we face inappropriate sexual advances or Islamophobic comments, how do we stop harassment in its tracks? Join us as we discuss how to deal with harassment at school, in your workplace, or even in public spaces.
Natasha Persaud
11:25 (11:25 AM)
Divided we Fall: Welcoming Diversity in our Communities
Prophet Muhammad (saw) said, “There is no superiority for an Arab over a non-Arab, nor for anon-Arab over an Arab. Neither is the white superior over the black, nor is the black superior over the white -- except by piety.” This sentiment is discussed again and again in our faith. It equalizes the playing field for every believer so he or she may know that we are valued first and foremost for our sincerity and deeds. Unfortunately, the lived experience of many people of colour in our Muslim communities has not fallen in line with this beautiful teaching. How do we embrace one another, regardless of our racial and cultural differences, to build our communities into accepting, wholesome places?
Imani Hennie / Zainab Zafar
Prophet Muhammad (saw) said, “There is no superiority for an Arab over a non-Arab, nor for anon-Arab over an Arab. Neither is the white superior over the black, nor is the black superior over the white -- except by piety.” This sentiment is discussed again and again in our faith. It equalizes the playing field for every believer so he or she may know that we are valued first and foremost for our sincerity and deeds. Unfortunately, the lived experience of many people of colour in our Muslim communities has not fallen in line with this beautiful teaching. How do we embrace one another, regardless of our racial and cultural differences, to build our communities into accepting, wholesome places?
Imani Hennie / Zainab Zafar
13:50 (1:50 PM)
The Toolkit: Communicating with Today's Youth
Prophet Muhammad (saw) said, “Every one of you is a shepherd and is responsible for his flock.” (Bukhari) Remember growing up without the constant presence of social media, or even high speed internet at home (remember dial-up?). Undoubtedly, our children are growing up in a different time! How do we empower them to navigate the ever-changing social context? How do we learn to communicate with them, using language they will respond to? Join us to build your personal toolkit that will allow you to become a more understanding and compassionate parent to your teens and tweens. After all, our children are a trust given to us by Allah (swt), and He expects us to help them be the best versions of themselves, too!
Rania Lawendy
Prophet Muhammad (saw) said, “Every one of you is a shepherd and is responsible for his flock.” (Bukhari) Remember growing up without the constant presence of social media, or even high speed internet at home (remember dial-up?). Undoubtedly, our children are growing up in a different time! How do we empower them to navigate the ever-changing social context? How do we learn to communicate with them, using language they will respond to? Join us to build your personal toolkit that will allow you to become a more understanding and compassionate parent to your teens and tweens. After all, our children are a trust given to us by Allah (swt), and He expects us to help them be the best versions of themselves, too!
Rania Lawendy
14:40 (2:40 PM)
Healing through Mindfulness
“Allah intends ease for you, and does not intend hardship.” (2:185) Being your best self means taking care of your emotional and mental health. Since our lives never go exactly as we plan, we must consistently find a way to cope through remembering Allah (swt) and being conscious of our own thoughts and feelings. We can’t expect to develop greatness as believers if we are constantly suffering in silence. Join us for a guided healing and reflection session lead by a Muslim psychologist to discover how to achieve inner tranquility.
Dr Farah Islam
“Allah intends ease for you, and does not intend hardship.” (2:185) Being your best self means taking care of your emotional and mental health. Since our lives never go exactly as we plan, we must consistently find a way to cope through remembering Allah (swt) and being conscious of our own thoughts and feelings. We can’t expect to develop greatness as believers if we are constantly suffering in silence. Join us for a guided healing and reflection session lead by a Muslim psychologist to discover how to achieve inner tranquility.
Dr Farah Islam
16:20 (4:20 PM)
There’s a Vlog for that! Maintaining Gratitude in a Social-Media Obsessed World
Well-known author Brené Brown once eloquently wrote, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” Anyone who uses social media is constantly inundated with beautifully curated images, hilarious videos, and limitless memes. We often spend hours every day, peering into others’ lives. But is our heavy reliance on social media healthy for our hearts? How can we extract the benefit of social media, while maintaining enough distance so it does not affect our ability to be grateful for what we actually have? Join us for practical tips on how to manage social media consumption and continuously practice gratitude so we don’t lose focus on all our own #blessings!
Nuriddeen Knight
Well-known author Brené Brown once eloquently wrote, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” Anyone who uses social media is constantly inundated with beautifully curated images, hilarious videos, and limitless memes. We often spend hours every day, peering into others’ lives. But is our heavy reliance on social media healthy for our hearts? How can we extract the benefit of social media, while maintaining enough distance so it does not affect our ability to be grateful for what we actually have? Join us for practical tips on how to manage social media consumption and continuously practice gratitude so we don’t lose focus on all our own #blessings!
Nuriddeen Knight
18:45 (6:45 PM)
Telling My Story: Finding the Author in you
Prophet Muhammad (saw) told us, “Convey from me, even if it’s just one verse” (Bukhari) People often say, if we don’t tell our stories, someone else will tell them for us. The stories of our faith often get told by outsiders which leaves our community feeling misrepresented and misunderstood. Join us for an interactive session where you will discover the power of your own narrative.
Sajidah Kutty / Fartumo Kusow
Prophet Muhammad (saw) told us, “Convey from me, even if it’s just one verse” (Bukhari) People often say, if we don’t tell our stories, someone else will tell them for us. The stories of our faith often get told by outsiders which leaves our community feeling misrepresented and misunderstood. Join us for an interactive session where you will discover the power of your own narrative.
Sajidah Kutty / Fartumo Kusow
11:00 (11:00 AM)
Effective Fitness for Muslimahs
Join Carly, Certified Personal Trainer, long time Fitness Advocate and Registered Nutritionist for a hands-on tutorial that will provide you with all the essentials needed for an effective workout. Topics covered: *Why we need fitness as Muslimahs? *What a proper warm-up, workout and cooldown should consist of. *3 keys to fuel metabolism
Carley McEaney
Join Carly, Certified Personal Trainer, long time Fitness Advocate and Registered Nutritionist for a hands-on tutorial that will provide you with all the essentials needed for an effective workout. Topics covered: *Why we need fitness as Muslimahs? *What a proper warm-up, workout and cooldown should consist of. *3 keys to fuel metabolism
Carley McEaney
12:00 (12 Noon)
Attractive Qualities & Ideal Partners
Nice eyes? A great smile? A quirky sense of humor? There are a lot of different things that might make you attracted to someone. But having a healthy relationship with your partner is about more than attraction; it requires respect, trust and open communication. Whether you’re looking for a partner or already have one, make sure you and your partner agree on what makes a relationship healthy. It’s not always easy, but doesn't everyone deserves a healthy relationship?! Join Yasmeena Menon on this open discussion about Ideal Partners, Qualities, Attraction and Relationships.
Yasmeena Menon
Nice eyes? A great smile? A quirky sense of humor? There are a lot of different things that might make you attracted to someone. But having a healthy relationship with your partner is about more than attraction; it requires respect, trust and open communication. Whether you’re looking for a partner or already have one, make sure you and your partner agree on what makes a relationship healthy. It’s not always easy, but doesn't everyone deserves a healthy relationship?! Join Yasmeena Menon on this open discussion about Ideal Partners, Qualities, Attraction and Relationships.
Yasmeena Menon
14:00 (2:00 PM)
Makeup 101 : Creating that Perfect Look
Learn the tricks and techniques with Makeup by Soma on how you can create a flawless base and have that perfect canvas for your Makeup.
Soma Ahmaddy
Learn the tricks and techniques with Makeup by Soma on how you can create a flawless base and have that perfect canvas for your Makeup.
Soma Ahmaddy
14:50 (2:50 PM)
EBRU - Traditional Turkish Water Marbling Art
Traditional Water Marbling Art Ebru is one of the most beautiful form of Turkish Art. The earliest examples of Ebru found in the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul and are dated 1447. From surrealist works to psychedelic patterns, this timeless technique and artistry of EBRU art is a sight to behold.
Hacer Ozcan
Traditional Water Marbling Art Ebru is one of the most beautiful form of Turkish Art. The earliest examples of Ebru found in the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul and are dated 1447. From surrealist works to psychedelic patterns, this timeless technique and artistry of EBRU art is a sight to behold.
Hacer Ozcan
18:50 (6:50 PM)
A Strong Body, A Confident Mind: Self-Defense Class
Prophet Muhammad (saw) said, “The strong believer is more beloved to Allah than a weak believer, thought there is goodness in both…” (Muslim) Our lives are so fast paced that physical health often takes a backseat. While “strength” comes in many forms, Islam teaches us that our bodies have a right over us. Join this upbeat, interactive self-defence session, and be amazed at your body’s capabilities. Leave with confidence and motivation to fulfill your health goals.
Dr. Ryhanna Dawood
Prophet Muhammad (saw) said, “The strong believer is more beloved to Allah than a weak believer, thought there is goodness in both…” (Muslim) Our lives are so fast paced that physical health often takes a backseat. While “strength” comes in many forms, Islam teaches us that our bodies have a right over us. Join this upbeat, interactive self-defence session, and be amazed at your body’s capabilities. Leave with confidence and motivation to fulfill your health goals.
Dr. Ryhanna Dawood
10:35 (10:35 AM)
Hijamah - The Forgotten Sunnah
Revive the Sunnah of Hijamah with Dr Haseebah B. Join us as we learn about this natural treatment and its hugh benefits.
Dr. Haseebah B
Revive the Sunnah of Hijamah with Dr Haseebah B. Join us as we learn about this natural treatment and its hugh benefits.
Dr. Haseebah B
11:10 (11:10 AM)
Get Cooking with Reem Ahmed!
A healthy brunch that is full of nutrients and still delicious, A hearty meal that you won't stop obsessing over!
Reem Ahmed (Top 21 Finalist - MasterChef Canada)
A healthy brunch that is full of nutrients and still delicious, A hearty meal that you won't stop obsessing over!
Reem Ahmed (Top 21 Finalist - MasterChef Canada)
11:45 (11:45 AM)
Parenting Circle: Sharing Ideas and Offering Support (Arabic)
Parenting is often a difficult and lonely path. However, we can find strength, hope and inspiration in one another. Sharing our experiences and resources will help us understand how best to fulfil the amanah given to us by Allah (swt). Does raising children in the Canadian context mean we are unable to raise them within Islamic Parameters?
Heba Elsawah
Parenting is often a difficult and lonely path. However, we can find strength, hope and inspiration in one another. Sharing our experiences and resources will help us understand how best to fulfil the amanah given to us by Allah (swt). Does raising children in the Canadian context mean we are unable to raise them within Islamic Parameters?
Heba Elsawah
13:50 (1:50 PM)
Parenting Circle: Sharing Ideas and Offering Support (Urdu)
Parenting is often a difficult and lonely path. However, we can find strength, hope and inspiration in one another. Sharing our experiences and resources will help us understand how best to fulfil the amanah given to us by Allah (swt). Does raising children in the Canadian context mean we are unable to raise them within Islamic Parameters?
Nasreen Nazar
Parenting is often a difficult and lonely path. However, we can find strength, hope and inspiration in one another. Sharing our experiences and resources will help us understand how best to fulfil the amanah given to us by Allah (swt). Does raising children in the Canadian context mean we are unable to raise them within Islamic Parameters?
Nasreen Nazar
14:30 (2:30 PM)
OPEN MIC - All are welcome
No matter what your age, youth or young at heart, Open Mics are a great way to generate creativity and bring communities together. Come share your thoughts, art, poetry, spoken word or readings. Come join our Open Mic session - Its Creative, Its Eclectic and definitely Thought Provoking!
No matter what your age, youth or young at heart, Open Mics are a great way to generate creativity and bring communities together. Come share your thoughts, art, poetry, spoken word or readings. Come join our Open Mic session - Its Creative, Its Eclectic and definitely Thought Provoking!
16:20 (4:20 PM)
Living on Turtle Island: Partnering with Indigenous Community
Prophet Muhamad (saw) said, “Whosoever of you sees an evil, let him change it with his hand; and if he is not able to do so, then [let him change it] with his tongue; and if he is not able to do so, then with his heart — and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim) Generations of Indigenous Peoples way of living in relationship to the land and family have been impacted by the direct result of colonization by European settlers and Canada’s ongoing systemic oppression to present day. These historical events have led to the poor socio-economic health outcomes of Indigenous peoples. Despite facing huge challenges, Indigenous People have demonstrated, and continue to demonstrate, extraordinary strength and resilience. We witnessed this through the courageous Residential School survivors who told their stories documented in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) of Canada’s final report released in December 2015. As Muslims living on Indigenous land, we have a responsibility to recognize the Truth of Turtle Islands Indigenous peoples and to begin a self-reflective journey on observing the TRC 94 Calls to Action. Join us as we will be guided by an Indigenous process of listening and sharing our knowledge to develop an understanding of we can be active on a path forward in Reconcili-Action.
Joanna Vautour
Prophet Muhamad (saw) said, “Whosoever of you sees an evil, let him change it with his hand; and if he is not able to do so, then [let him change it] with his tongue; and if he is not able to do so, then with his heart — and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim) Generations of Indigenous Peoples way of living in relationship to the land and family have been impacted by the direct result of colonization by European settlers and Canada’s ongoing systemic oppression to present day. These historical events have led to the poor socio-economic health outcomes of Indigenous peoples. Despite facing huge challenges, Indigenous People have demonstrated, and continue to demonstrate, extraordinary strength and resilience. We witnessed this through the courageous Residential School survivors who told their stories documented in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) of Canada’s final report released in December 2015. As Muslims living on Indigenous land, we have a responsibility to recognize the Truth of Turtle Islands Indigenous peoples and to begin a self-reflective journey on observing the TRC 94 Calls to Action. Join us as we will be guided by an Indigenous process of listening and sharing our knowledge to develop an understanding of we can be active on a path forward in Reconcili-Action.
Joanna Vautour
17:40 (5:40 PM)
MUSLIMAH LEADERS SUMMIT
'By Invite Only' Being ME’s Muslimah Leaders’ Summit is bringing together Muslimah Leaders from the community in effort to enable better dialogues and progressive action. Quality conversation helps us rise above social challenges, lifts engagement and accelerates growth. By raising the involvement level, driving innovation and measuring the impact of responsible action, we could ensure a more sustainable, equitable and prosperous future for all. The summit provides a distinctive platform to gain insights from an exclusive gathering of Muslimah Leaders.
Muslimah Community Leaders, Activists, Boards, etc
'By Invite Only' Being ME’s Muslimah Leaders’ Summit is bringing together Muslimah Leaders from the community in effort to enable better dialogues and progressive action. Quality conversation helps us rise above social challenges, lifts engagement and accelerates growth. By raising the involvement level, driving innovation and measuring the impact of responsible action, we could ensure a more sustainable, equitable and prosperous future for all. The summit provides a distinctive platform to gain insights from an exclusive gathering of Muslimah Leaders.
Muslimah Community Leaders, Activists, Boards, etc