ABOUT SISTERS DIALOgUE
Who We Are
Sisters Dialogue is a grassroots collective of Muslim women based in Amiskwacîwâskahikan, Treaty 6 (Edmonton). We came together in February 2021 in response to a series of Islamophobic attacks, many of which targeted Black Muslim women in our city. Our founding purpose was to strengthen safety and well-being for Muslim women through culturally safer spaces and supports.
From the beginning, we embraced an approach that is intersectional, collaborative, and responsive to community needs. Over time, this vision has grown to include dedicated programming for Muslim youth, who now make up more than 40% of those accessing our mental health supports.
Guided by lived experience and community voices, our work is trauma-informed and community-led. We focus on care, trust, and cultural relevance, building strong relationships and adapting our programs as needs shift. At the heart of Sisters Dialogue is a commitment to listening, creating space, and ensuring Muslim women and youth are supported to thrive.
Programs & Services
We provide culturally safer resources, tools for healing, and inclusive support tailored to the diverse needs of Muslim women and youth.
Our services and programs include:
- Healing circles for Muslim women and girls
- Mental Health Therapy
- Workshops and webinars addressing issues such as Islamophobia, Social Isolation and Gender-based Violence.
- Wellness Wednesday drop-in sessions (commencing soon)
- Facilitated peer support groups
- Educational and awareness campaigns to shift narratives
- Community bridge building and policy advocacy