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

Latest News

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Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

4 days ago

Our final Carers Circle for the year was held over the weekend, and what a beautiful way to conclude the year — with a Forest Therapy session facilitated by Dr Senem Eren.

We would like to thank all the attendees for their vulnerability, for sharing their stories, and for their commitment. We look forward to continuing these sessions in the year to come! ... See MoreSee Less

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Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

6 days ago

Come join us for a free Multicultural Storytime at The Pines in Doncaster tomorrow, 25th November, from 3:45–5:00pm.
Bring your children for a fun book reading and activity.

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Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

1 week ago

Two global leaders.
One powerful day.
A lifetime of impact.

Join Dr Rania Awaad & Shaykh Rami Nsour for a full-day practitioner intensive on building a compassionate, inclusive, Medinan-inspired community.

📅 29 Nov | Thomastown
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Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

2 weeks ago

Join us for a special Forest Therapy – Carers Circle, led by Dr Senem Eren and Husna Pasha⁠
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📅 Saturday, 22 November⁠
📍 Blue Lake, Plenty Gorge⁠
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm⁠
💚 Free for Carers⁠
☕ Light refreshments provided⁠
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*Taxi vouchers available for those needing transport support – meeting point TBA*⁠
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Centre for Muslim Wellbeing

2 weeks ago

Cultural intelligence in mental health care⁠- (Fully Subsidised)

Building Reflective, Culturally Responsive, and Trauma-Informed Practice

This training supports mental health and allied health practitioners to work effectively and respectfully with clients from diverse cultural and social identity groups. Build the skills needed be a culturally safe practitioner.

Key Learning Outcomes

Through interactive discussions and reflection, you will explore:

· Understand Culture & Psychology – Explore culture, cultural identity, beliefs, and how experiences influence mental health and wellbeing and psychological therapy and mental health service provision.

· Cultural Self-Awareness – examining how your own cultural background and values shape engagement with clients.

· Practical Strategies – build your understanding of who your clients are culturally and create an inclusive and responsive practice where culture is harnessed as a strength and a resource to better wellbeing.

· Culturally Responsive Psychological Practice – adapting communication and approaches for inclusivity and cultural safety.

· Trauma-Aware and Culturally Informed Care – applying these frameworks with diverse communities, what to adapt and when. ... See MoreSee Less