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This episode unpacks ukhuwwah, the principle of true Muslim solidarity, and how we can live it through compassion, advocacy, resilience, and small acts of care. From family life to supporting Gaza, the hosts explore what it means to show up with confidence, kindness, and connection.

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From advice to their younger selves about authenticity and acceptance, to navigating roles, comparison, communication and respect, this conversation offers practical wisdom rooted in faith.
In Episode 2, Beyond Tokenism, we explore public life, privacy, and sincerity with Feda Abdo, Hajeh Maha Abdo, and Nemat Kharboutli across leadership, media, and digital spaces.
This episode unpacks ukhuwwah, the principle of true Muslim solidarity, and how we can live it through compassion, advocacy, resilience, and small acts of care.
MWA will be joined by Amanda Tattersall of USYD, host of ChangeMakers podcast and founder of Sydney Alliance And GetUp.org.au, to discuss The Power of Community.
MWA will be joined by Dr Ghena Krayem of USYD, an expert in the application of Shariah in Australia, particularly in regards to Muslim Women and Islamic Family Law, to discuss the topic of the Agency of Muslim Women within our communities.
MWA will be joined by our very own CEO Hajjeh Maha Abdo to discuss the topic of finding Empowerment Through Faith within our communities.
MWA is joined by lawyer Lydia Shelly from Shelly Legal, to discuss the topic of the Wellbeing of Children Amidst Separation and Divorce
MWA is joined by Dr Derya Iner, principal researcher at the Islamophobia Register and ISRA Academy, to discuss The Importance of Advocacy for Muslim Women within our communities.
Joined by our very own Br Graith Krayem from Saving FACE, this episode discusses Concepts of Masculinity within our local communities.

Season 2 OUT NOW

This episode unpacks ukhuwwah, the principle of true Muslim solidarity, and how we can live it through compassion, advocacy, resilience, and small acts of care.
In Episode 2, Beyond Tokenism, we explore public life, privacy, and sincerity with Feda Abdo, Hajeh Maha Abdo, and Nemat Kharboutli across leadership, media, and digital spaces.
From advice to their younger selves about authenticity and acceptance, to navigating roles, comparison, communication and respect, this conversation offers practical wisdom rooted in faith.

About the Podcast

On Purpose is a podcast by Muslim Women Australia that explores the challenges and opportunities facing CALD and Muslim communities. Each episode brings together voices of leaders, advocates, and everyday people to share stories, insights, and practical advice.

Exploring Key Issues

Interconnected Struggles for Justice

Our struggles are not isolated; they echo across borders, histories and communities. This podcast explores how justice movements are linked, from Palestine to Indigenous rights, and how shared experiences of oppression and resilience create powerful global solidarities. It highlights why Muslims should view their advocacy as part of a wider and interconnected fight for dignity and liberation.

In a world that often challenges, reshapes or suppresses Muslim identity, reaffirmation calls us back to our spiritual centre. It explores how Muslims can reclaim confidence, unity and purpose through faith, culture and community while strengthening the sense of belonging that fuels resilience and collective action.

Beyond tokenistic inclusion, this examines what it means for Muslims, especially Muslim women, to be seen, heard and valued on their own terms. It challenges stereotypes, highlights the power of genuine voices in public spaces and pushes for representation rooted in truth, dignity and lived experience.

Every community faces internal tensions, pressures and contradictions. This theme addresses the complex realities within Muslim spaces, from leadership barriers to burnout, safety concerns, family struggles and community expectations. It explores how we can confront these issues with compassion and honesty while building healthier and more supportive environments.

Faith is not only a belief; it is a source of strength, clarity and transformation. This highlights how Islamic teachings offer pathways to healing, resilience, activism and purpose. It centres the idea that true empowerment comes from grounding ourselves in spirituality and allowing faith to guide both personal growth and collective action.

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