Session 1 (April 20th) : Understanding Abuse — How and Why?

1. Identify the different forms of abuse that can affect children — including emotional, physical, spiritual, financial, and sexual abuse — and dispel common myths using evidence-based facts and statistics, particularly regarding child sexual abuse.

2. Examine Islamic teachings on the obligation to protect children, including the concepts of amanah, communal vs. individual responsibility, and how religious texts (e.g., hadith on discipline) are often misused to justify harm; distinguish between cultural practices and Islamic guidance (ma'ruf) in child upbringing.

3. Recognize common grooming and manipulation tactics used by perpetrators, including spiritual manipulation and child-on-child harm, and understand the psychological, spiritual, and developmental impacts abuse has on children.

Session 2 (April 27th): Preventing Abuse

1. Explore Islamic principles of haya, modesty, and amanah in the context of child protection, clarifying how misuse of these values — along with cultural myths — can prevent proactive education and safety.

2. Understand a soulful, age-appropriate model of sexual health education for Muslim children (ages 0–7, 7–14, 14+) and how it supports prevention through natural learning moments rather than fear-based or shame-driven “talks.”

3. Examine the internal barriers parents and communities face — including shame, fear, and religious misconceptions — and reflect on how individual, parental, and communal responsibilities align with Islamic teachings to create safer environments for children.

Session 3 (May 4): Responding to Abuse

1. Explore Islamic principles of justice, accountability, and sin concealment in the context of abuse, including how religious concepts such as forgiveness, privacy, and trust are often misapplied in ways that silence victims and protect perpetrators.

2. Identify signs of potential child abuse and understand how to respond compassionately and responsibly when a child discloses abuse — whether as a parent, community member, or leader — including knowledge of mandated reporting and its implications for Muslim institutions.

3. Learn how to care for and support a child who has experienced abuse, including steps for spiritual and emotional grounding, seeking professional help, and tending to a parent or caregiver’s own healing journey.

Session 4 (May 11): Implementation / Next Steps

1. Apply the course material in both home and community settings by assessing your child’s needs, engaging in body safety education, and using tools such as conversation starters and role-play to build confidence and clarity.

2. Distinguish between cultural norms and Islamic guidance when it comes to physical affection, consent, gender norms, and family boundaries — particularly with elders or extended relatives who may resist child safety practices.

3. Develop an actionable plan to integrate soulful, developmentally appropriate sexual health education that reflects the values of ma’ruf, consent, and prophetic example — countering silence with wisdom, and shame with soulful connection.