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Global Conference on Disability and Islam set to take place virtually

A major global online conference on disability and Islam is set to take place on August 18th and it will bring together service providers, academics, Islamic scholars and individuals living with disability from around the world to address the theme, ‘Towards Understanding Disability in Islam.’ “The goal of this conference

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Olive Tree Foundation awards grant to DEEN Support Services

(TORONTO) – The Olive Tree Foundation has awarded a grant to DEEN Support Services for the project, “Count Us In: Mapping the Needs of Muslims with Disabilities.” The project will help develop a demographic profile of Muslims with disabilities in Ontario in order to raise awareness, plan for and implement

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Dirty Socks or Wheelchairs, What Belongs in the Mosque?

By Rabia Khedr CEO DEEN Support Services [Disability Empowerment Equaality Network] It is 2018, 25 years after Rafia founded ERDCO (Ethno-Racial People with Disabilities Coalition of Ontario), an organization dedicated to addressing barriers faced by racialized people with disabilities. In March, in the week in which she hosted a conference

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Canadian Muslims Commemorate International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Canadian Muslims commemorated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Saturday, December 3 at a breakfast gathering at the Braeben Golf Club in Mississauga. “There are at least 150,000 Muslims with disabilities in Canada alone,” Rabia Khedr, Executive director, CAM-D – Canadian Association of Muslims with Disabilities, told the

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The Intersection of Race and Mental Health

By Rabia Khedr Instead of don’t shoot, we have to now also say, “don’t beat me.” What a difficult week it was for us, law-abiding Canadians who respect our women and men in uniform. As we watch the events unfold south of the border, we say confidently, “this

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Iftar Fundraiser for Muneeba Centre set for June 24

DEEN Support Services is holding an Iftar Dinner and fundraiser for the Muneeba Centre on Friday, June 24 in Scarborough. The Muneeba Centre, a facility that will offer support programs and respite services for people with disabilities, was officially opened on Saturday, May 14 in Mississauga. “Our community is extremely

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Muneeba Centre opens in Mississauga

The Muneeba Centre, a facility that will offer support programs and respite services for people with disabilities, was officially opened on Saturday in Mississauga. The Centre, located at 1486 Southdown Road in Mississauga, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house to mark the occasion. In attendance were community leaders and

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Canada Xmas, time for Muslim sharing

(December 23, 2014) – Canada’s Muslims are using their time off during the Christmas holiday season for family gatherings, community programs and to volunteer with charities. “The Christmas holidays are a time when Canadians of all backgrounds and religions have the opportunity to think about what’s

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Muneeba Centre gains support in Scarborough

(June 13, 2014) – The Muneeba Centre will offer support programs and respite services for people with disabilities a fund raising dinner in Scarborough was told on June 7. The fund-raiser was organized by the Canadian Association for Muslims with Disabilities (CAM-D), Ansar Financial and the Islamic Institute of

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Groundbreaking Muslim Philanthropy Conference in Ottawa

Next Gen Panelists Rasha Al-Katta (WaterCan); Leen Al Zaibak (Jusoor); Washim Ahmed (Human Concern International); and Obaid Ahmed (UmmahHub) (June 9, 2014) – A Muslim Philanthropy Forum, part of a groundbreaking series focused on understanding the philanthropic traditions and interests of diverse communities, was held in Ottawa on June 3.

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Muneeba Centre launched in Mississauga

(December 20, 2013) – A new centre has been launched in the Greater Toronto Area to offer Muslims with disabilities culturally and spiritually sensitive respite, residential and peer support programs. The Canadian Association of Muslims with Disabilities (CAM-D) introduced Deen Support Services and unveiled plans for the Muneeba Centre at

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Hajj Journey: Reflections of a Woman who is Blind

By Rabia Khedr I cannot believe that this time last year we were preparing for our ultimate trip. My husband, Hossam, and I embarked on a journey of a lifetime, Hajj. Although we had just done Umrah the summer of 2011, Hossam said 2012 was the year and I agreed

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Lieutenant Governor Hosts CAM-D's Round Table on Residential Services

(June 10, 2013) – Thousands of Ontarians with intellectual disabilities need supportive residential care, a round table forum hosted at Queen’s Park by the Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, was told today. “About 12,000 people with intellectual disabilities are waiting for safe and supportive

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25,000 People Attended Muslimfest

Muslimfest, the annual festival celebrating the best in Muslim art, culture and entertainment closed on a high note this weekend in Mississauga, Ontario. The event now in its 9th year featured over 50 local and international artists and included concerts, comedy shows, film screenings, and art exhibits as well as

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Let's Support Our Youth

By Rabia Khedr Last weekend, I attended the Dawanet Iftar (fast breaking event) at the ISNA Mosque in Mississauga with my husband and four children. Our 9 year-old daughter was a part of a group of students at Understanding Islam Academy‘s summer program making a presentation at the

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Canadian Muslim Sisters recognized for work as disability advocates

Two legally blind sisters, Rabia Khedr and Uzma Khan, were recognized with Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medals for their work advocating for disabled people at a recent Gala event in Toronto. “It was indeed an honor to be in the company of renowned media personalities, armed forces personnel, artists

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Muslims to mark ‘International Day of Persons with Disabilities’ with Khutba campaign

(November 22, 2011) – Canadian Muslims will mark the upcoming International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a community-wide awareness blitz in mosques during the Friday prayer services on December 2, 2011. “We are hoping to raise awareness among community members to shift misplaced cultural attitudes toward disability and promote

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Endowment Foundation showcases achievements at elegant Gala event

Muhammed Haseeb Ali, Muneeb Nasir, Muhammad Lila and Imran Yousuf (June 29, 2011) – “An insightful, honest, and enlightening address….overall, a brilliant example of a captivating storyteller.” These were some reactions to Muhammad Lila’s keynote address at the elegant Annual Gala Dinner of the Olive Tree Foundation held

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CAM-D celebrates big and honors champions at Annual Gala

Imam Zaid Shakir (March 14, 2011) – North American Muslims have fallen short in addressing disability issues in their communities according to Imam Zaid Shakir. Imam Shakir made the remarks during his keynote address at the Canadian Association of Muslims with Disabilities (CAM-D) ‘Building Opportunities for People with Disabilities 2011

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Reflections of a second generation Muslim-Canadian

By Rabia Khedr (January 24, 2011) – Reflecting on the headline of the week and pondering the state of affairs of the Muslim community in the Greater Toronto Area, I’m obligated to put my words down for contemplation. I’m coming from a perspective of an activist experienced in

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Public foundation recognizes ‘good works’

The Olive Tree Foundation celebrated community development at its Annual Appreciation Brunch on Sunday June 20, 2010. “Successful public foundations that fund community initiatives can lead to community development,” said Muneeb Nasir, President of the Olive Tree Foundation. The event, titled, ‘Leading Community Development’, recognized the Foundation’s contributions

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Focus on virtuous deeds, Imam Zaid Shakir tells CAM-D Gala

(March 29, 2010) – Muslims were advised to look at the virtue of people’s actions rather than their physical disabilities at CAM-D’s (Canadian Association of Muslims with Disabilities) Annual Gala Dinner held on Sunday evening in Mississauga, Ontario. “We should look at the virtuousness of people rather than their

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UN Special Rapporteur on Disability headlines CAM-D Gala Dinner

(March 4, 2010) – Shuaib Chalklen, Special Rapporteur on Disability for United Nations will be the keynote speaker at CAM-D’s (Canadian Association of Muslims with Disabilities) Annual Gala Dinner on March 28, 2010 in Mississauga, Ontario. Chalken is a prominent leader who has made extensive contributions to the advancement

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Muslim organizations urged to recognize persons with disabilities

(November 26, 2009) – Canadian Muslim organizations are being urged to observe the International Day of Persons with Disabilities by CAM-D (Canadian Association of Muslims with Disabilities). “On Friday December 4, 2009, we are asking all major Masjids across Canada to focus their Khutbas (sermons) on disability rights and obligations