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Shabab (Rangatahi/Youth)
Arabic/Somali/Urdu (Te Reo Māori / English)
Our journey into adulthood is where we are most likely to discover who we are - it can be exciting, confusing, lonely, and overwhelming all at the same time. We can make incredible memories, lifelong connections, and learn important life lessons along the way.
We know that growing up as a young Muslim in Aotearoa can be challenging. The journey into discovering who we are can be more complicated, balancing the different expectations put on us from parents, friends, school, and social media. It can be difficult to deal with these struggles without the right support.
Our goal is to ease this difficulty by bringing young people together to support one another on this journey and know that they are not alone. Here at Muslim Wellbeing Ōtautahi, we hope to connect youth with each other and provide opportunities to celebrate your success, discuss challenges you are facing, and build long-lasting friendships and memories.
Upcoming Events
Thu, 29 AugChristchurch29 Aug 2024, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmChristchurch, Christchurch, New ZealandJoin us for "Chai and Chat," a monthly meetup where Muslim women come together to relax, sip chai, and connect. It's a cozy space to share stories, make friends, and explore different topics each month, from personal growth to community life. Come as you are and be part of a supportive sisterhood. W- Multiple DatesSun, 31 MarChristchurch31 Mar 2024, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pmChristchurch, 41 Creyke Road, Ilam, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
Multiple DatesTue, 26 MarChristchurch26 Mar 2024, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pmChristchurch, 29B Wadeley Road, Ilam, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
Multiple DatesMon, 25 MarChristchurch25 Mar 2024, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmChristchurch, 6/106 Carlyle Street, Sydenham, Christchurch 8023, New ZealandWeekly Book Club open to all!
Sun, 04 FebRakaia Gorge, Canterbury 7782, New Zealand04 Feb 2024, 7:00 am – 4:00 pmRakaia Gorge, Canterbury 7782, New Zealand
Sat, 03 FebZoom Call03 Feb 2024, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pmZoom Call
Multiple DatesFri, 26 JanMount Somers26 Jan 2024, 1:00 pm – 28 Jan 2024, 7:00 pmMount Somers, Mount Somers 7771, New Zealand
Mon, 15 JanChristchurch15 Jan 2024, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pmChristchurch, 166 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New ZealandA catch up event to talk all things embroidery!
Mon, 01 JanMount Somers01 Jan 2024, 7:00 am – 5:00 pmMount Somers, Mine Road, Mount Somers 7771, New Zealand
Multiple DatesThu, 21 DecHarvard Community Lounge21 Dec 2023, 10:30 am – 11:30 amHarvard Community Lounge, Wigram Village Green Corsair Drive, Wigram, Christchurch 8042, New ZealandEvery Thursday, ladies only and no cost!
Multiple DatesSun, 17 DecUC MUSALA17 Dec 2023, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pmUC MUSALA, 41 Creyke Road, Ilam, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
Multiple DatesFri, 15 DecChristchurch15 Dec 2023, 10:00 am – 1:00 pmChristchurch, 39 Nursery Road, Phillipstown, Christchurch 8011, New ZealandFree weekly art sessions for Muslim women
Multiple DatesWed, 13 DecOutside the University of Canterbury13 Dec 2023, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pmOutside the University of Canterbury , 20 Kirkwood Avenue, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041, New ZealandA walking group open to all during the school term!
Multiple DatesSun, 10 DecWhareui Sports Centre10 Dec 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmWhareui Sports Centre, 73 Elizabeth Street, Riccarton, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
Multiple DatesSun, 10 DecMasjid An- Nur10 Dec 2023, 6:00 am – 7:30 amMasjid An- Nur, 101 Deans Avenue, Riccarton, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Multiple DatesFri, 08 DecChristchurch08 Dec 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pmChristchurch, Addington, Christchurch, New Zealand
Multiple DatesSun, 03 DecChristchurch03 Dec 2023, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pmChristchurch, 73 Elizabeth Street, Riccarton, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
Multiple DatesFri, 01 DecChristchurch01 Dec 2023, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pmChristchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand
Past Events
Below are a few photos/videos from past events!
Useful Resources
Youthline
Free Support for young people facing crisis.
Call 0800 376 633 or text 234
School Counsellors (High School)
Helping students to explore their difficulties and concerns, and to develop their capabilities and resilience within the high school space. Contact via locally attended high school. School Contacts: Principal, Deputy Principal, Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENCO), Year Dean, Youth Worker. Contact via locally attended primary, intermediate or high school.
UCMUSA - University of Canterbury Muslim Student Association
The running and maintaining of the university Musallah. Events for uni students. Voice of Muslim students at the university of canterbury35-37 Creyke Road, Ilam, Christchurch 8041UC Muslim Students Association – Ukhwah | Da'wah | Tarbiyah (home.blog)
Nawwawi Centre
Nawawi Center is a Muslim grassroots registered charity founded in 2008 that develops and provides programmes to nurture confident, balanced youth with a strong rooted New Zealand Muslim Identity. These programmes intertwine spirituality, education, culture, mental health and society and are provided in safe, caring, and positive environments for youth. Over the years, we have run events and projects ranging from educational workshops, camps and retreats to community festivals.