
A spotlight on the stigmatisation of disabled Muslims

Inspirational Stories – Reema Akhtar
Reema is a Psychology graduate who enjoys learning about Islam and History. Reema loves eating out, traveling, visiting new places and experiencing new things. Here is her story. Can you briefly tell us about your condition and how it affects your daily life? I was born with a condition called 3M syndrome. Not many people have heard of it. It […]

Disabled Muslim Matrimony – Breaking Boundaries – Building Futures
“There are many things that can be disabling, the process of ageing, the loss of wealth and the loss of employment.” When we marry someone, we know we will all age, we may even struggle with money, some of us may lose our jobs, but we stick by one another. That is love. That is commitment. We look passed matters […]

Inspirational Stories – Me, myself and Multiple sclerosis
Zakariya is a member of the disabled community who is hoping to make a difference by raising awareness of multiple sclerosis on his blog ; Me, myself and Multiple Sclerosis. 1- Can you briefly tell us about your condition and how it affects your daily life? The condition I live with primarily affects my brain and spinal cord, subsequently the […]

THE 5 STEP PLAN TO HAPPINESS (DISABLED AND LOOKING FOR LOVE)
Prior to embarking upon your matchmaking journey, there are a few key factors which should be taken into consideration. 1. Self-love I believe it is extremely important to love yourself and your own company. We are the creation of Allah, He has shaped and formed us exactly as He willed. He is the best of Planners and never makes mistakes […]

WHAT TRUE LOVE MEANS
“Love should not be the challenge, love should be the answer to the challenge.” The definition of true love by Inshirah Centre TV. We are challenged with temptations which can be easy to take or withhardships which can be hard to take- either way, love is the answer to manyproblems. A spouse stands with you during the joyous times, […]

Inspirational Stories – Marya Bangash
Marya is an inspirational disability advocate from Canada. Here is her story. Can you briefly tell us about your condition and how it affects your daily life? I have a physical disability and I use a wheelchair in my everyday life, I’m partially independent, but I depend on my mom for 70% of my day-to-day tasks. Since I’m dependent on […]

A spotlight on the stigmatisation of disabled Muslims
Across the globe, stigma, prejudice and stereotypes contribute to the exclusion and discrimination which many disabled Muslims face in their everyday lives. There are various contributing factors of disability stigma. Firstly, the lack of awareness and understanding in regards to the cause of disability is a key contributor in the stigma which many disabled Muslims experience. These misconceptions often result […]

Inspirational Stories – Gerald Richardson
Gerald is a Muslim convert living with cerebral palsy. Below he shares his journey about Islam and disability. Can you briefly tell us about your condition and how it affects your daily life? I was born prematurely at 26 weeks with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is a condition resulting from a stroke during delivery which causes my muscles to be […]
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