Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

4 days ago

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations observed day held on 3rd December each year.⁠

On this day, we invite you to join us in recognising and celebrating the diverse abilities that enrich our community. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of inclusivity, accessibility, and understanding for people of all abilities.

In today's podcast, host Husna Pasha speaks to Nimo Hersi, a disability and mental health advocate with lived experience.

Nimo currently works as a Program Officer supporting the rollout of a Statewide Disability program called Belong.
She is a lived experience practitioner and works as a community services consultant who provides recommendations to various agencies including, government departments, and nonprofit and for-profit organisations on how to implement and improve policies and strategies for marginalised communities.

Belong is a free network led by and for people with disabilities in Victoria and you can find out more about it here: drc.org.au/belong/ ... See MoreSee Less

Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

1 week ago

Exploring Positive Psychology – Be Well with Dr Tayyab Rashid
Eudoaimonia – You don’t know how badly you want it and it is likely you are even wondering what it is?

Exploring positive psychotherapy and strength based resilience.

Dr. Tayyab Rashid is a clinical psychologist and a senior lecturer at the Centre for Wellbeing Science, University of Melbourne. Dr. Rashid is also a faculty associate with the Human Flourishing Program, Harvard University, and VIA Institute on Character. For more than 15 years, Dr. Rashid has worked with individuals experiencing complex mental health issues including severe depression, debilitating anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and suicidal behaviour. In addition to maintaining an active clinical practice. He is known for his work in the field of positive psychology, which is a branch of psychology that focuses on the positive aspects of human experience, such as happiness, well-being, and strengths. His book Positive Psychotherapy along with Martin Seligman, is considered the most comprehensive in the field and has been translated in several languages since its publication in late 2018.

One of Dr. Tayyab Rashid’s notable contributions to positive psychology is his work on the concept of “positive psychotherapy.” Positive psychotherapy is an approach that integrates traditional therapeutic techniques with positive psychology interventions to promote well-being and resilience in individuals.

You can find out more about his work here: tayyabrashid.com/ ... See MoreSee Less

Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

2 weeks ago

Today we finalised two fantastic days of Unshakeable Confidence-Womens Leadership Program

Presented by The Wellbeing Codes, Rachel and Tracey and co hosted by Dr. Senem Eren to a group of 30 beautiful heart-centred women who are ready to overcome the schemas and blocks in the way of them stepping into their leadership roles at home, at work, and in the community. ... See MoreSee Less