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Vision Statement

To inspire a life of purpose, resilience, and community support among Muslims by removing stigmas and addressing challenges such as addiction and mental health crises through innovative digital platforms, extensive advocacy, and establishing healing centers.

Mission Statement

To strive towards ending substance abuse and other traumas related to mental health challenges in Muslim families by increasing awareness and understanding of these issues, and eventually creating healing centers to provide comprehensive support.

Our Goals

Digital Advocacy Excellence

Establish a robust online presence as a leading advocate for mental wellness within Muslim communities.

Long-Term Healing Centers

Develop and establish healing centers to provide comprehensive support for addiction and mental health.

Research and Innovation

Conduct research to address addiction and related challenges in Muslim populations.

Community Engagement

Engage with individuals and communities through digital initiatives and community events that promote mental health awareness and support

Systemic Change

Address the broader systems that contribute to substance abuse, helping families understand that they cannot solely blame the individual suffering from addiction.

Board of Directors

Mrs. Besra Laws

Ms. Yildiz Yilmaz

Ms. Anisa Al-Turki

Mrs. May Al-Barzinji

Our Mission

At A.L.I., we understand the significant challenges substance abuse and mental health issues pose within Muslim communities. Our approach focuses on:

Educational Workshops and Online Seminars

Covering topics such as addiction, mental health, and Islamic perspectives on healing.

Online Meetings in Multiple Languages

Facilitating support groups for Muslims suffering from substance abuse in Spanish, Arabic, and English.

Comprehensive Resource Database

Providing information about support services available to individuals and families.

Video Gallery

How to Overcome Addictions through
Islam with Dr. Zohair Abdul-Rahman

Success Stories: Overcoming Addiction |
The Talk with Robbie Hamza – Episode 4

Muslim Somali immigrant that became
addicted to Fentanyl by Monay Productions

Community Conversation EP 2 |
Overcoming Addiction w/Abdirahman
Warsame

Living as a Muslim in Recovery:
Finding Your Place with Abdirahman Warsame | Confident Muslim

Breaking the Stigma: Addressing
Addiction in the Muslim
Community | Dr. Amer Raheemullah