[Wfoutreach] Supporting clients/students/colleagues during Ramadan

[Workforce Specialized Outreach Staff]

Hi there,

A faculty at Shoreline CC shared this with our campus and I thought I would pay it forward. As places that serve people of all multicultural backgrounds, I think it is important to be aware of the religious traditions that our clients, students, and colleagues may be celebrating. FYI- This might be heavily student language based, but probably applicable beyond the classroom.

A few big takeaways:

  *   Ramadan is projected to start on May 6th (this coming Monday)
  *   "Ramadan Mubarak" or "Ramadan Kareem" are common greetings
  *   The Dhuhr (high noon) prayer begins a little after 1pm each day --> Avoid meetings  between 1:00-1:30pm, or explicitly allow a 15-min break to all in attendance at that time.
  *   Fasting each day is between dawn to sunset and includes water --> Reminder to avoid inconsiderate comments about your perceived feelings/emotions related to their fasting or not fasting choices
  *   Reminder that every person celebrating Ramadan may do so differently; don't inflict/assume your perceptions of the holiday or what your other friends celebrating Ramadan might do

Here are some additional resources (albeit a little student centric, but still good information):

  *   5 Ways To Support Muslim Friends And Colleagues This Ramadan<https://www.huffpost.com/entry/5-ways-to-support-muslim-friends-and-colleagues-this-ramadan_n_5931b2cee4b0c242ca23ca2e> (includes short video at top)
  *   Tips for Supporting Muslim Students During Ramadan and Eid-al-Fitr<https://mainedoenews.net/2019/04/30/tips-for-supporting-muslim-students-during-ramadan-and-eid-al-fitr/>
  *   9 Ways to Support Students During Ramadan<https://www.weareteachers.com/support-students-during-ramadan/>



Jenna Durney, M.Ed.
Outreach Specialist
Professional Technical and Workforce Programs
Shoreline Community College
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