MUSLIM RESOURCE CENTRE FOR SOCIAL SUPPORT AND INTEGRATION INC.

Published purpose

This project will bring culturally integrative support and counselling to the Muslim community through increased awareness initiatives, engagement, increased involvement and retention of key community members, workshops, therapeutic groups and counselling support. It will target the direct family members that are impacted. The London Muslim communities including their schools and mosques continue to suffer the ripple effect from horrific crimes. In addition to the increased hate, crimes to visible Muslim based on but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, language and immigration. Research highlights in such situations the most impacted population are women and children. This program will provide a safe space and place for families and individuals to access services that will have a positive impact for those who are isolated and live with ongoing fear and trauma related to this hate crime.