Women’s health can be a taboo topic to discuss in many communities, and as a result many of us are not well informed about sexually transmitted diseases, contraception, family planning, female anatomy, and much more.

These topics have a massive impact in our lives as women, so it is imperative we are educated on this. At our workshop we will be discussing these topics in depth with religious and cultural sensitivities to accommodate our audience. Our event is a specially tailored safe space to ensure attendees can ask questions and participate freely.

This workshop is particularly important for anyone looking to get married or who just want to be more educated about their own health - you will also have the opportunity to ask doctors any related health issues.

Content:

• Female anatomy

• Sexually transmitted diseases

• Contraception and family planning

• Location of GUM clinics and SARCs

• Female hygiene

Workshop taught by doctors and health professionals.

Details:

• November 9th 2024 • 3pm to 6pm

• Katherine Low Settlement SW11 3HP

• Refreshments provided

• Small running cost of £5

Please transfer £5 to the account below to secure your spot at this workshop, alternatively you can pay at the door:

• Account name: HAWAA EMPOWERMENT CIC

• Sort code: 401611

• Account number: 82747545

Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-health-workshop-tickets-1049889988217?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for our next Sisters Soul session at the Social Pottery in Kentish Town. Simply pick an object from their range of mugs, bowls, plates and much more then start your painting experience. The staff at the venue will be available to help and guide so you can make the most of this fun experience. Please note, the £5 ticket is to secure your place; there will be an additional cost at the venue to pay for whichever object you would like to paint. Please see more information at www.socialpottery.com/pages/london-136-kentish-town

Details:
Date: Saturday 14th January 2023
Time: 1pm – 2.30pm

Hawaa Empowerment envisions a world where there are no barriers preventing women from excelling audaciously, a part of which is a sense of community. Community fosters sisterhood, confidence, and strength and we’re happy to present our next Sisters Soul Session on the 19th of November at the Draughts Board Game Cafe!

Join us for an afternoon of socialising, soulful discussion and sisterhood.

When: 19/11/22, 1PM
Where: Draughts Cafe, Arch 16, Leake Street, London, SE1 7NN
Nearest station: Waterloo
Price: £8 tickets for unlimited access to games.

EMCA Nagashi Mosque 10 minute walk away

Tickets once bought are non-refundable

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ladies-board-game-cafe-day-tickets-463782916187

Hawaa Empowerment is an organisation by and for women, with the core message of empowering Muslim women to excel audaciously. At Hawaa empowerment we firmly believe that individual healing is linked to societal healing, hence our passion for addressing taboo experiences, one of which is sexual abuse.

Please join us for our interactive workshop delivered by doctors, phycologists, therapists and legal professionals. Our aim is to equip our audience with relevant skills and guidance in the journey to overcome sexual abuse. We will provide a safe confidential space, taking all precautions, to discuss different avenues to access support, teach helpful communication skills, discuss legal support and much more.

Our event is not only aimed at survivors but also for professionals who may encounter sexual abuse in their line of work, and who want to become more aware of sensitivities when dealing with individuals from different cultures and religions.

In collaboration with Zahra Awaiz-Bilal from Bolt Burdon Kemp and Waheeda Islam from Nour Domestic Violence.

Refreshments and certifications of attendance will be provided.

• Saturday 3/12/22

• 10am - 2pm

• Katherine Low Settlement, 108 Battersea High St, London SW11 3HP

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sexual-abuse-in-ethnic-communities-workshop-tickets-468000771907

Hawaa Empowerment is an organisation dedicated to empowering Muslim Women to excel audaciously. An organisation by women, for women, just can't work without the women hence why building a supportive community is incredibly important to us.

Join us at our soul session this month where we will be going down to a bowling alley to see who will take home the bowling champion title! Join us for a day of sisterhood, connection and some good ole fun!

A WhatsApp link will be sent out to attendees to join our group chat so you can directly contact the organisers and keep up to date with all the details. For any questions feel free to email in!

Details:
Date: Saturday 15th October
Time: 12 PM meet at entrance of bowling alley

Hawaa Empowerment is an organisation dedicated to empowering Muslim Women to excel audaciously. An organisation by women, for women, just can't work without the women hence why building a supportive community is incredibly important to us.

Whether we’re at university, working in or outside of the home, it’s often challenging to find opportunities to meet, socialise, cry, vent and laugh with fellow sisters. Once a month we’ll be holding a meet-up where we’ll have games, snacks, and reminders to help nourish and uplift our souls.

Date: Saturday 27/8/22
Time: 2PM
Location: Meet at Perivale Station

Sign up link: https://forms.gle/GeSCS5oygoYZcVFT8

Hawaa Empowerment is an organisation by and for women, with the core message of empowering Muslim women to excel audaciously. Join us at our ladies only summer party for good vibes, good food and good acapella tunes!

Exploring our femininity in a safe environment is an important developmental milestone for every woman. We hope to facilitate this environment as well as provide a space for community building, relaxation and fun!

Dress code is summer themed - there will be a prize for best dressed! To maintain privacy and safety we will have a strict photography policy. Limited seats so book early to avoid disappointment!

Date: Saturday 20th August 2022
Time: 1:30 to 6pm
Location: Chapel room (2nd floor) Katherine Low Settlement, 108 Battersea High St, London SW11 3HP.
Cost: £20

Whether we’re at university, working in or outside of the home, it’s often challenging to find opportunities to meet, socialise, cry, vent and laugh with fellow sisters. Once a month we’ll be holding a meet-up where we’ll have games, snacks, and reminders to help nourish and uplift our souls.

Date: 30/7/22

Time: 2PM

Location: Meet at Perivale Station

Sign up link: tinyurl.com/sistersoul

Salam Alykum!!

We're back again with our annual Eid Picnic at Hyde Park!

Eid can be a surprisingly lonely time for many - don't spend it on your own and instead join us at our Sisters Only Eid Picnic at Hyde Park! Vibes, fun and games guaranteed!

Hawaa Empowerment is an organisation dedicated to empowering Muslim Women to excel audaciously. An organisation by women, for women, just can't work without the women hence why building a supportive community is incredibly important for us at Hawaa Empowerment.

This Eid Picnic was initiated with the intention of providing a space for revert sisters to meet on Eid. As time went on it became more apparent that many more people need spaces like this including foreign students, those estranged from their families or just anyone who doesn't enjoy being at home for Eid. We hope to provide a space for anyone who needs it!

For more information please don't hesitate to email us at hawaaempowerment@gmail.com or send us a DM.

We kindly ask people attending to bring either a dish, snack or drink!

Date: Saturday 9th July 2022
Time: 2pm to 6pm
Location: Hyde Park Speakers corner
(Closest station Marble Arch)

Salam Alykum!

Join us on our hike where we hope to recalibrate our sense of self, foster a sense of sisterhood and engage in grounding activities by connecting with nature and our environment.

The hike is along the Box Hill circular route which is an intermediate level difficulty - there are many uphill and downhill sections so please come prepared. Once you have bought your ticket on Eventbrite you will be sent an email with a WhatsApp group link - please join this group to make your payment as well as secure your position. This group will be used for all hike related activities and contacting organizers if needed.
Cost is £10 to cover price of train ticket. We will buy this so please don't buy your own train ticket.

Itinerary:
Meet at Victoria station at 8.30 am for a prompt 9.20 am train departure
5 hours hike + 2 hours break in total
Back in London before 6:30- 7.00 pm max

What to bring:
Water
Snacks and lunch
Good sturdy shoes - trainers are ok but slightly less stable than boots
Prayer mat
Good vibes!

We are incredibly excited and honoured to announce our interactive and practical marriage workshop ‘How firm is your foundation?’ hosted by Hawaa Empowerment with guest speaker @villageauntie !

This is not your typical workshop – we will not be focusing on the rights and obligations of spouses but instead on the skill set and tools to be acquired before the pursuit of marriage. This workshop will focus on 4 key aspects of relationship building - sense of self, spirituality, physical/mental health and intimate connection.

There will be questions and prompts throughout to encourage participants to explore their own values, ideas and perspectives and how this relates to finding a partner.

A booklet will be sent out via email after the session. A student discount is available, send a DM to @hawaaempowerment for the discount code - proof of ID will be randomly asked for.

Details:

Date: Sunday 29th May 2022
Time : 1pm to 3pm EST
6pm - 8pm UK time.
Price: 65$ (~£52)
Student price: $45 (~£36)

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One would wonder how do Muslim woman hold onto their faith despite having religious texts and opinions used against them consistently?

Join us at our "Let's Talk" session where we will be discussing this detrimental issue that has been circling around for some time now. When you think about how men use religious texts to subjugate and oppress women, it seems like a miracle that any of us are still Muslim! We've all heard the hadith about angels cursing women, or that the majority of hell inhabitants will be women. But is there any truth to this and does it contradict the Quran in any way?

We hope to discuss this topic in depth, clear up any misconceptions and provide a safe space to vent frustrations and come up with solutions. As always this is a women's only safe space where recordings will not be permitted.

Let’s Talk sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.

Date: Wednesday 2nd Feb 2022

Time: 7pm to 8pm UK time

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/holding-onto-religion-as-a-muslim-woman-when-its-weaponised-against-you-tickets-251501506777

We are delighted to announce the start of our "Let's talk" discussion series! To kick off our series we will be talking about the rise of abusive religious figures in the Muslim community. Unfortunately, this seems to be a recurrent and systemic problem, however, tolerance for this behaviour seems to be changing. During this session we will talk about what spiritual abuse looks like, how the lines of professionalism can be blurred, what to do if it occurs, and where we can get help and support. We will be emphasising on what boundaries with religious authority looks like, and how we can enforce them if they are being violated. The Zoom details will be included below and we stress that this is a female only safe space.

Let’s Talk sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.

Topic: Hawaa Empowerment Spiritual Abuse Let's Talk

Time: Oct 20, 2021 07:00 PM London

Join Zoom Meeting: https://lshtm.zoom.us/j/92410068626?pwd=Vk1IM0F0Y2JsbWpVK21TTWUrc3d1Zz09

Meeting ID: 924 1006 8626

Password: 697189

Join our “Let’s Talk” session this Tuesday where we will be discussing the hotly debated issue of Mahr prices. How much should a woman ask for? Is there a limit? Is it better to ask for something small rather than something big? Does your family decide how much you get?

These are all the questions we aim to discuss and debate in this week’s safe space session - can’t wait to see you there!

Let’s Talk sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.

We're kicking off our "Let's Talk" series with 2 hotly debates topics within the Muslim community.

First up we have the discussion about the different types of love in our lives, their value and if they are necessary for survival. Does love at first sight exist? Is it possible to love someone but dislike them? Join our women's only zoom session where we will be discussing all these questions and more!

Let’s Talk sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.

Join us at our exciting Games Night filled with good company and laughs!
Games include Pictionary, Articulate and lots of fun quizzes. Sign up as a team or meet new people! Can't wait to see you there!

Join us this Wednesday at our monthly "Let's talk" session where the topic is "Red flags in relationships and why we consistently ignore them.

With Muslim women becoming more independent, educated and self sufficient, the dynamics of relationships have been changing. This has lead to different standards and expectations of what is and is not accepted in a union. Today we wanted to discuss What are the red flags pertaining specifically to Muslim relationships? Why do we consistently ignore them? How can we be more aware of the pitfalls and avoid settling for less due to social pressures.

Let’s Talk sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.

Join us this Wednesday at our monthly "Let's talk" session where the topic is *"Expectations vs reality" Rise of unrealistic and unauthentic standards set by social influencers* and how this can in turn affect our self perception and mental health.
Is it the responsibility of the influencers to be responsible in what they post? Shouldn't we just be more aware of what we consume? Is there such thing as collective responsibility when it comes to social media?
Join our session to discuss all of the above and more! Bring your tea, some snacks and your thoughts and opinions!

“Let’s Talk” sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.

Join us at our Let’s Talk session this week where we will be discussing Racism through the lens of Islamic justice. The BLM movement has taken the world by a storm and has forced many of us to examine our own prejudices. Racism is found in all communities even Muslim ones - so instead of being ignorant we need to confront this problem and commit to changing not only ourselves but our communities too. At this session we aim to centre Black Muslim voices as well as examine racism from an Islamic perspective.

Let’s Talk sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.

We are delighted to announce the start of our "Let's talk" discussion series! To kick off our series we will be talking about the idolising of Shaykhs/Islamic speakers in the Muslim community which can be incredibly problematic for a range of reasons. Over the last couple of years we've noticed the rise of "Celebrity Shaykhs", how they've been put on pedestals, and what happens when they fall from these "lofty" places.
We hope to discuss why this is the case, and how can we avoid falling into the trap of turning living people into idols based on how eloquently they preach God's word or how well they recite the Qur'an. We will also be talking about the necessary boundaries needed when dealing with Islamic figures and personalities.

Let’s Talk sessions are safe spaces created to allow the discussion and debate of taboo issues in the Muslim community. These sessions have 3 parts to them - first is where we discuss and debate the chosen topic. The second part is where we look at what Islam specifically says about the issue - this is important to clear up any misconceptions or ideas that are often imposed by culture and not religion. The third and final part is where we discuss individual and communal solutions to issues brought up. This helps us have an objective approach to the problem and gives a sense of hope and change.