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Mental health: Muslim students need our attention

Acknowledging the mental health crisis among Muslim students isn’t about preferential treatment but developing bespoke ways to support them. While schools continue to bear the brunt of a mental health epidemic affecting children and young people there is little support and training given to staff to aid them in dealing with the multitude of issues that both contribute to and arise as a result.

The ‘Muslim problem’ is actually an opportunity for schools

How can schools respond to the mental health crisis with true inclusivity? Our piece in Schools Week explores the urgent need for faith-sensitive approaches and the untapped potential of Muslim pupils in British classrooms. Read why Islamophobia in education is not just a challenge—but an opportunity for transformation.

Podcasts

Series 2: Muslim Women Talk Ramadan

Muslim Women Talk Ramadan is back for Series 2—and this time, we’re diving into women’s power. For Muslim women, by Muslim women, our conversation is designed to help you make this your best Ramadan yet. In this four-part series, award-winning podcaster, author, and women’s champion Shelina Janmohamed leads candid discussions that create much-needed “me-time” and real talk among Muslim women throughout Ramadan.

What does power mean to you? How can we exercise it wisely, compassionately, and effectively—centering ourselves with the simple question, “Am I okay with this?” Join a global community of Muslim women and hear from celebrities, ministers, fashion icons, and civic leaders as we explore these questions together.

Think of this podcast as your BFF, Ramadan pep talk, and weekly hug all in one.
Subscribe or follow now to catch every episode.

Brought to you by Muslim Mind Collaborative.
Supported by Islamic Relief.

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Series 1: Muslim Women Talk Ramadan

Muslim Women Talk Ramadan Podcast, launched on International Women’s Day 2024, the first of its kind, by Muslim women for Muslim women. Hosted by award winning author and podcaster, Shelina Janmohamed.

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Series: Muslim in Mind

The Muslim Mind Collaborative podcast brings together practitioners, subject area specialists and service users to talk about their professional and lived experiences. At Muslim Mind Collaborative (MMC), we are bringing together a collective of community and mental health service providers to support and facilitate faith-sensitive approaches to addressing the mental health and wellbeing of Muslim communities across the UK. Hosted by Dr Allyah Abbas-Hanif & Sabah Gilani OBE, Better Community Business Network