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Avoiding the Ramadan Dip | Webinar

Join our panel of speakers as they offer insight as to why we seem to lose some motivation towards the middle of Ramadan, and tips on how to overcome or prevent the infamous “Ramadan dip”.

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Published: May 3, 2020Ramadan 10, 1441

Updated: June 12, 2020Shawwal 20, 1441

Read time: Less than 1 min

As we come around the corner into the second third of Ramadan, we might be seeing signs of loss of motivation, especially in this era of physical distancing where we are away from our masajid. 
Join our panel of speakers as they offer insight as to why we seem to lose some motivation towards the middle of Ramadan, and tips on how to overcome or prevent the infamous “Ramadan dip”.
Presented by Yaqeen Canada and Islamic Relief Canada
Dr. Omar Suleiman

Dr. Omar Suleiman

Founder & President (CEO)

Imam Omar Suleiman is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, and an Adjunct Professor of Islamic Studies in the Graduate Liberal Studies Program at SMU (Southern Methodist University).
Dr. Nazir Khan

Dr. Nazir Khan

Senior Fellow

Dr. Nazir Khan MD FRCPC is a medical doctor, clinical neuroscientist, Islamic theologian, and specialist in Qur’anic sciences. He is an Asst. Professor at McMaster University and a doctoral candidate in Islamic theology at the University of Nottingham. He memorized the whole Qur’an during his youth, has certifications (ijāzāt) in all ten readings of the Qur’an through both major and minor routes of transmission, and has also received certifications in the six books of Hadith as well as numerous works of Islamic theology.  He has served as a volunteer Imam for many years. He is also a consultant for the Manitoba Islamic Association Fiqh Committee. Following medical school, he completed his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Manitoba and his fellowship in Neuroradiology at the University of Calgary with dual-board certification. His expertise in both medical sciences and Islamic theology uniquely positions him to address challenging contemporary questions regarding faith, reason, and science. He is a Senior Fellow at Yaqeen Institute and served as the founding President of Yaqeen Institute in Canada.
Sarah Sultan

Sarah Sultan

Fellow

Sarah Sultan is a licensed professional counselor who strives to empower her clients through achieving healthier, more fulfilling lives and relationships while reconnecting with Allah during the healing process. Sarah obtained a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling and has practiced therapy for nearly 10 years. She is also an instructor with Mishkah University, where she teaches a course about the intersections between Islam, psychology, and counseling.  
Dr. Tesneem Alkiek

Dr. Tesneem Alkiek

Assistant Director of Research

Tesneem obtained her undergraduate degree in Early Christianity and Islamic Studies from the University of Michigan. She went on to complete her Ph.D. in Islamic Studies at Georgetown University with a focus on Islamic law. Tesneem currently serves as the Director of Expanded Learning where she works with her team to create curricula and other resources for communities to engage with Yaqeen’s research. She is also a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy and Religion at Rutgers University-Camden.

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