Blog Month: March 2022

Young Muslim girls celebrating a sensory friendly Ramadan

Five Steps to a Sensory-Friendly Ramadan

For many Muslims, Ramadan is the most sacred time of the year. According to a qualitative study titled, “A Qualittaive Study of Ramadan: A Month of Fasting, Family, and Faith” conducted by Alghafli et al (2019), Ramadan is a time of the year when it is devoted to enriching spirituality. Including more Muslims is important by

Muslim family gathered around dinner table at sensory-friendly Iftaar party

Host a Sensory-Friendly Iftaar Party 

Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year in the Islamic calendar. The Muslim community around the world observes Ramadan by fasting from sunrise to sunset. Iftaar, the meal at sunset that marks the end of the fast, is often celebrated with feasts surrounded by friends and family. For many children and adults, these

Young boy praying in sensory-friendly mosque.

How to Manage Sensory Overload at the Mosque 

For many Muslim families, visiting the mosque is an important part of their lives. A lot of parents want to introduce their children to their sacred practices and have them feel connected to their community. For some families, however, visiting the mosque can be a challenging sensory experience. Managing sensory overload at the mosque is

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