Doha: Executive Director of Al-Mujadilah Center and Mosque for Women (Member of Qatar Foundation) Dr. Sohaira Siddiqui, confirmed that the center is a hub for Muslim women in Qatar during the holy month of Ramadan, as it combines worship, learning and research, in an environment that celebrates the role of women and provides them with space for growth and development.

According to Qatar News Agency, Siddiqui stated that Al-Mujadilah Center has organized over 100 programs and activities since its opening last year. She emphasized that the center will continue offering a diverse range of religious, developmental, and social programs during the holy month of Ramadan.

The Executive Director of the Center explained that the programs offered include rigorous courses for memorizing the Holy Quran, reflections on its chapters, and studying selected Hadiths, in addition to providing support to Muslim women who are new to Islam.

She added that the center provides an opportunity for women and girls to perform Tarawih prayers, as it receives Muslim women aged nine years and above, and organizes women-only Qiyam al-Layl prayers in the last ten days of the holy month. Friday prayers are also held at the mosque, led by one of the imams of the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, and are available to both men and women, in addition to organizing a special Iftar for female university students on the twentieth of March.

Regarding the target audience of the Ramadan programs, Dr. Suhaira Siddiqui said that the programs target Muslim women in Qatar, and are promoted through the center's website and social media channels, especially on Instagram and WhatsApp groups, to ensure reaching the largest possible number of beneficiaries.

She explained that the center seeks to provide comprehensive and diverse programs that address women's needs, as religious programs include courses in memorizing and contemplating the Holy Quran and the Noble Hadith, while development programs focus on developing personal and life skills, such as character building, physical and psychological health, education and motherhood.

Al-Mujadilah Center and Mosque also seeks to strengthen community ties between women through purposeful social events and meetings, stressing the importance of carefully selecting content to ensure that what benefits every woman in society is provided.

As for the center's role in addressing both historical and contemporary Islamic issues, the Executive Director explained that Al-Mujadilah includes a research department dedicated to these topics. The center attracts Muslim female scholars and researchers from around the world to discuss issues relevant to Muslim women, particularly during the annual Jadal Summit, which aims to provide a platform for interactive dialogue and the exchange of ideas among academic researchers.

Dr. Siddiqui emphasized in her interview with QNA that this approach fosters the development of research networks, supporting collaboration among specialists in various fields. This, in turn, helps address shared challenges and strengthens the role of Muslim women in contemporary Islamic thought and scientific research.

She highlighted that research plays a central role in the center's vision. Al-Mujadilah aims to serve as an open space for women to engage in study, dialogue, and worship, with the mosque playing a pivotal role as a social and cultural hub within Islamic communities.

Dr. Siddiqui underscored that the center's Al-Mujadilah Research is a destination for leading research on Muslim women's histories, experiences, and contemporary challenges. She explained that it supports projects in various fields, including Islamic studies, law, ethics, and the health and well-being of Muslim women.

Continuing, Siddiqui outlined the five key principles guiding the research projects funded by Al-Mujadilah Research. The first principle is that the research is led by women for women, offering Muslim female researchers a platform to present their ideas and findings in an environment that celebrates their active participation. The second principle focuses on advancing and highlighting the diversity of Islamic heritage, emphasizing pluralism, debate, and continuous renewal in Al-Mujadilah's research.

The third principle promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, recognizing that the challenges faced by Muslim women require a comprehensive approach across various academic and applied fields, such as Islamic sciences, mental health, and social sciences.

The fourth principle emphasizes the relevance of research findings to women's daily lives, aiming to address the real-life needs and aspirations of Muslim women and the fifth principle ensures that research outcomes are accessible and impactful, reaching both academics and non-specialist women interested in exploring women's issues from a broader scientific and cultural perspective.

Regarding post-Ramadan programs, Dr. Siddiqui confirmed that the center will continue its religious initiatives, including Quran memorization courses and Hadith studies, as well as developmental programs like workshops for girls. Additionally, a variety of social programs will be offered, with registration available through the center's website.

She also highlighted the importance of external collaboration in enhancing the impact of Al-Mujadilah, noting the center's participation in international conferences and events to exchange knowledge and build partnerships. She mentioned discussions held at events organized by the Doha International Family Institute (DIFI) and the World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH), addressing critical topics such as family values in the Quran and the mental well-being of Muslim women.

Dr. Siddiqui further mentioned that the center collaborates with "Earthna," a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development, to highlight sustainable development goals from an Islamic perspective, focusing on traditional and innovative practices led by Muslim women.

The center has also established partnerships with numerous international institutions across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Dr. Siddiqui affirmed that Al-Mujadilah will continue to forge strategic partnerships to create a lasting impact and drive positive change.

In conclusion, Dr. Siddiqui emphasized that Al-Mujadilah aspires to build a community where women draw inspiration from the significant roles women have played throughout Islamic history, with the mosque serving as a center for study, dialogue, and worship. The center invites women to join the Al-Mujadilah community and be part of its mission, grounded in the belief in the importance of Muslim women's participation and the enhancement of their knowledge and contributions to society.