Support Muslim Students, Faculty & Staff on Campus – On-Demand Training

Help Ensure the Safety, Security & Wellbeing of Muslim Community Members

Global events in the news may exacerbate the exclusion of Muslim individuals on campus, as divisiveness around politics and current events can be projected at individuals. Many individuals lack a deep understanding of the cultural and religious practices of Muslim students, faculty and staff, and how to create inclusion for those from this community overall. This can result in unintentional microaggressions or overlooking specific needs, as well as communications and institutional practices that are biased and harmful.

Join our expert presenter for this webinar where we will explore:

• Reflection activities to unpack biases that we may have in the classroom setting
• Question prompts to foster dialogue and reflection
• Vivid examples of how this appears at higher education institutions
• An opportunity to develop personalized strategies that work for you and your educational environment 
• Incorporated perspective-taking and an intersectional lens to addressing this topic

Help ensure your Muslim students, faculty, and staff don’t feel isolated, frustrated or disconnected. Welcome them as respected members of your community so they feel safe and valued.

Topics Covered

Gain practical and crucial takeaways that will help you:

• Conduct training sessions for faculty and staff to foster a more nuanced understanding of the cultural and religious practices of Muslim campus members to help them feel seen and respected.
• Review and revise institutional policies to better accommodate the specific needs of Muslim individuals.
• Establish support programs specifically designed for Muslim students, faculty and staff so they can connect and share their experiences.
• Implement strong anti-discrimination measures to combat Islamophobia and ensure that all students, faculty and staff feel safe and welcome on campus, including swift action against any incidents of bias or discrimination.
• Understand the importance of regularly checking in with Muslim students and colleagues to understand their experiences and address any incidents of bias or discrimination promptly.
• Encourage the establishment of student-led groups providing a safe space for Muslim students to connect and share their experiences.

Presenter

Farzana Nayani is a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Consultant, Author & Facilitator through Farzana Nayani Consulting & Training. She is a recognized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion specialist, executive coach, and keynote speaker. She has worked with higher education institutions, Fortune 500 corporations, public agencies, school districts, and non-profit organizations as a consultant and trainer on diversity, equity and inclusion, intercultural communication, and inclusive leadership.
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