Fortnightly Webinar - Domestic Abuse in Muslim Families
Breaking the Silence through an Informed Lens
What happens when domestic abuse is hidden behind culture, religion, shame or the pressure to “just be patient”?
In our upcoming Solace Fortnightly Webinar, led by Sr. Hannah Morris, we will explore domestic abuse in Muslim families through both an Islamic and psychological lens.
We will look beyond physical violence to understand coercive control, emotional and psychological abuse, financial and spiritual abuse, and the barriers that can make seeking help incredibly difficult. We will also explore Islamic principles of justice, mercy and the prohibition of harm, while considering how religious teachings can sometimes be misunderstood or misused in the context of abuse.
Most importantly, we will consider how families, communities and professionals can respond with greater compassion, understanding and accountability – moving from judgement and silence towards safety and support.
Key objectives:
Recognize the different forms and patterns of domestic abuse, including coercive control and non-physical abuse.
Understand the psychological dynamics of abuse and why leaving an abusive relationship is rarely a simple decision.
Explore domestic abuse through an Islamic lens, including principles of justice, mercy, dignity and the prohibition of harm.
Identify how religious, cultural and community beliefs can sometimes create barriers to disclosure, help-seeking and safety.
- Develop more compassionate and effective ways of responding to survivors – as individuals, families, professionals and communities.
Who is it for?
- People who have or think they may be experiencing domestic abuse.
- Friends and family of people who have or are experiencing domestic abuse.
- Members of community who want to be able to spot the signs of domestic abuse.
- Religious leaders/imams who want to learn the signs of domestic abuse and how to support survivors.
- Professionals involved with Muslims or families encountering domestic abuse.
- Students interested in learning about a very specific branch of psychology looking to improve their culturally responsive practice.
📅Date: 26th September 2026 (Saturday)
⏰Time: 6:30 pm Makkah Time
💵Investment: Your time.
Register now!
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What is Islam & Psychology Fortnightly?
The rate at which the impact of secular psychology is expanding is unprecedented in this digital age. Every other person, channel, and platform promotes and advocates ideas for solving life problems. However, the assumptions and the principles bombarded upon us are flawed and twisted. Consequently, it makes us question the degree to which we should apply it in our lives, as much of the advice being showered upon us does not meet Islamic values. Thus, bridging this gap between the modern discourse on psychology and Islamic principles has become the urgent need of the hour.
This is where ‘Islam & Psychology Fortnightly’ comes in!
The integration of Islamic values with contemporary psychology practices makes Solace unique in this field. With this exclusively curated fortnightly webinar series, you can deepen your understanding of key psychological issues and concerns, and learn how these can be navigated on a day-to-day basis without compromising your religious values.
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About the Speaker
Hannah Morris is originally from the UK and is working as a Senior Lecturer and Instructor at the International Open University (IOU). She has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Masters in Health Psychology and is currently completing her PhD. She has over 10 years of experience working in health and social care settings in the UK, USA and Ireland. She has primarily worked in secure psychiatric hospitals housing adults with enduring mental health problems and forensic histories, and in residential settings for children and adolescents with behavioral and emotional difficulties.