Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

"Supporting communities to flourish"

How CMW makes a difference

We recognise the important role that spiritual wellbeing plays for Muslim communities in achieving mental wellness – as a result, CMW will focus on creating more culturally-appropriate services and support to ensure this spiritual wellbeing is front-of mind

It acknowledges the importance of Ummah, or ‘community’ – this is its driving force and will ensure that its services are appropriate to all Muslim communities regardless of background or origin and moves away from just considering the individual to looking at the community that surrounds them

It is run by Muslims, for Muslims, and will therefore act as a bridge into communities which would otherwise not be open to providers of mental health and wellbeing services

Our Services

CMW’s services have been conceived and designed by the Muslim community, to respond to needs identified within that community. They seek to build understanding and capacity within community, as well as support key stakeholders serving the community to improve access, inclusion and delivery. The principle underpinning all of CMW’s services is about being respectful and inclusive of the broad range of backgrounds, cultural and religious identities of the Muslim community within Australia.

Publications and Advocacy

Based on research findings and a growing evidence base of what contributes to wellbeing in Muslim communities, CMW will advocate to local, state and federal government for more inclusive policies and greater investment in Muslim Mental health and wellbeing.

Professionals List

A vibrant network of health professionals that have experience dealing with CALD communities made available to the public to:

highlight our culturally responsive professionals

give the community options to choose appropriate therapists⁠

facilitate a network of culturally responsive practitioners

Support and Resources

Our library of resources, videos and tools created by CMW and other useful links exploring wellbeing, mental ill health, Islam and mental health, spiritual tools and much more

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2 days ago

Join us for What Sustains Us in Grief workshop with Dr Senem Eren on July 1st at ICMG Craigieburn.

Drawing on prophetic wisdom, psychological insights and experiential practices, this workshop holds space to explore grief in its many forms and the resources that help us carry sorrow with compassion, courage and hope.

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1 week ago

Another exciting session of Nawah – Multicultural Storytime session with 4 year olds Learning Nest , facilitated by Gulcin Psychologist & Registered Play Therapist Gulcin Buyukyazici
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The children engaged with joyful stories that encouraged imagination, celebrated cultural diversity and wellbeing.
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A big thank you to Learning Nest and Gulcin for creating such a warm and meaningful space for learning and storytelling.⁠
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If you’d like to bring a Nawah Storytime session to your school or community, we’d love to hear from you.⁠
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3 weeks ago

Our very last New Beginnings session took place this past weekend, bringing the program to a meaningful close.

Over the journey, participants came together to build connections, share experiences, learn new skills, and support one another through life's transitions. What began as a group of individuals became a community of encouragement, belonging, and growth.

We're grateful to everyone who joined us and contributed to making New Beginnings such a special program. May the friendships, confidence, and connections formed along the way continue well beyond these sessions. ✨

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3 weeks ago

Last weekend, Dr Senem Eren facilitated a grief and loss workshop at the Albanian Islamic Society, exploring grief through both psychological and Islamic perspectives.

Participants reflected on the reality of loss as part of the human experience, drawing on Islamic teachings that remind us of the importance of patience (sabr), faith, community support, and hope in Allah's mercy during times of hardship.

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4 weeks ago

Eid al-Adha Mubarak 🐑⁠
A reminder that true sacrifice begins in the heart, through trust, sincerity, gratitude, and giving for the sake of Allah. ⁠

In a time when many hearts carry grief, exhaustion, uncertainty, or disconnection, may this Eid bring moments of sakinah, rest, renewal, and meaningful connection.
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May our homes be filled with mercy, our communities with care, and our hearts with nearness to Allah (swt).

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